When is Skanda Shashti in 2026?

Skanda Shashti falls on 17 September 2026. That date is calculated for New Delhi; because the tithi begins and ends at a local clock time, Ganak recomputes it for your own city.

How is Skanda Shashti observed?

This is the monthly Shukla Shashti vrata—a one-day observance for Shri Murugan. Keep today's fast and worship rule as followed by your family or temple.

What are the food and fasting rules for Skanda Shashti?

Common fasting practices include a complete fast, fruit or milk, simple unsalted food, or one meal. Follow the one-day rule received from your family or temple.

When is the parana — breaking the fast — for Skanda Shashti?

Complete today's one-day vrata after the principal Murugan worship according to family or temple tradition; no universal monthly clock is established.

How does Skanda Shashti vary by region?

Tamil homes chant Kanda Shashti Kavacham and visit Murugan temples. Kerala and diaspora temples may use Subrahmanya or Skanda naming.

Skanda Shashti — Date & Puja Guide

Skanda ShashtiMonthly Skanda Shashti honours Murugan for courage, wisdom and victory over inner obstacles. Local date, timing and puja guide.

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