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Sashti Dates 2025 ஷஷ்டி

6th lunar day (Shashthi) — Deity: Lord Murugan (Skanda)

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All Sashti dates for 2025 have passed

All Sashti Dates in 2025

# Date Day Name Tithi Panchangam Month Details
1 2025-01-05 Sunday Shukla Shasti Shashthi (ends 8:15 PM) View › January ›
2 2025-02-03 Monday Shukla Shasti Panchami (ends 6:53 AM) View › February ›
3 2025-03-04 Tuesday Shukla Shasti Panchami (ends 3:17 PM) View › March ›
4 2025-04-03 Thursday Shukla Shasti Shashthi (ends 9:41 PM) View › April ›
5 2025-05-02 Friday Shukla Shasti Panchami (ends 9:15 AM) View › May ›
6 2025-06-01 Sunday Shukla Shasti Shashthi (ends 8:00 PM) View › June ›
7 2025-06-30 Monday Shukla Shasti Panchami (ends 9:24 AM) View › June ›
8 2025-07-30 Wednesday Shukla Shasti Shashthi (ends 2:42 AM, Jul 31) View › July ›
9 2025-08-28 Thursday Shukla Shasti Panchami (ends 5:57 PM) View › August ›
10 2025-09-27 Saturday Shukla Shasti Panchami (ends 12:04 PM) View › September ›
11 2025-10-27 Monday Shukla Shasti Panchami (ends 6:05 AM) View › October ›
12 2025-11-26 Wednesday Skanda Shasti Shashthi (ends 12:02 AM, Nov 27) View › November ›
13 2025-12-25 Thursday Shukla Shasti Panchami (ends 1:43 PM) View › December ›

About Sashti in the Tamil Calendar

Sashti (ஷஷ்டி) falls on the 6th day of both the Shukla and Krishna Paksha of every lunar month. It is a day particularly sacred to Lord Murugan (also known as Skanda, Kartikeya, or Subramanya), the Tamil deity of war and victory.

The most important Sashti observance is Skanda Sashti, which falls in the Tamil month of Aipasi (October-November). This six-day festival culminates in the celebration of Lord Murugan's victory over the demon Soorapadman. Devotees undertake a severe six-day fast during Skanda Sashti.

On regular monthly Sashti days, devotees recite the Skanda Sashti Kavacham — a powerful protective hymn that invokes Lord Murugan's blessings. Visiting Murugan temples (Arulmigu Murugan temples like Palani, Thiruchendur, and Swamimalai) and performing abhishekam to the Vel (divine spear) are common practices.

Rituals & Practices on Sashti

  • Skanda Sashti Kavacham recitation
  • Murugan temple visit
  • Fasting
  • Vel worship
  • Murugan abhishekam
  • Kavadi offering

Frequently Asked Questions

How many Sashti are there in 2025?
There are 13 Sashti days in 2025. See the complete list above with exact dates and Tithi details.
When is the next Sashti in 2025?
All Sashti dates for 2025 have passed. See Sashti 2026 for upcoming dates.
What is Sashti?
Sashti (6th lunar day) is the day sacred to Lord Murugan (Skanda/Kartikeya). Devotees observe fasting and sing Skanda Sashti Kavacham to seek the blessings of Lord Murugan for health, victory over enemies, and removal of obstacles.