Kiruthigai in May 2024 கிருத்திகை
Krittika Nakshatra day — Deity: Lord Murugan (Skanda), Lord Shiva
Kiruthigai Date(s) in May 2024
There is no Kiruthigai in May 2024 according to the Thirukanitha Panchangam.
About Kiruthigai
Kiruthigai (monthly Karthigai) falls when the Moon transits the Krittika nakshatra. It is considered highly auspicious for lighting lamps, worshipping Lord Murugan, and performing fire rituals. The Kiruthigai in the Tamil month of Karthigai is celebrated as the grand Karthigai Deepam festival.
Observances & Rituals
- Lamp lighting (vilakku)
- Murugan temple visit
- Thiruppugazh recitation
- Fasting
- Abhishekam
- Fire rituals (homam)
All Kiruthigai Dates – 2024
Other Auspicious Days
Frequently Asked Questions
When is Kiruthigai in May 2024?
There is no Kiruthigai in May 2024 according to the Thirukanitha Panchangam.
What is Kiruthigai?
Kiruthigai (monthly Karthigai) falls when the Moon transits the Krittika nakshatra. It is considered highly auspicious for lighting lamps, worshipping Lord Murugan, and performing fire rituals. The Kiruthigai in the Tamil month of Karthigai is celebrated as the grand Karthigai Deepam festival.