⭐ Kiruthigai Dates 2028
Krittika Nakshatra day — Deity: Lord Murugan (Skanda), Lord Shiva
Next Kiruthigai:
Saturday, 8 January 2028 —
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All Kiruthigai Dates in 2028
| # | Date | Day | Name | Daily Calendar | Month Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2028-01-08 | Saturday | Krithigai | View → | January → |
| 2 | 2028-02-04 | Friday | Krithigai | View → | February → |
| 3 | 2028-03-03 | Friday | Krithigai | View → | March → |
| 4 | 2028-03-30 | Thursday | Krithigai | View → | March → |
| 5 | 2028-04-26 | Wednesday | Krithigai | View → | April → |
| 6 | 2028-05-23 | Tuesday | Krithigai | View → | May → |
| 7 | 2028-06-20 | Tuesday | Krithigai | View → | June → |
| 8 | 2028-07-17 | Monday | Krithigai | View → | July → |
| 9 | 2028-08-13 | Sunday | Krithigai | View → | August → |
| 10 | 2028-09-10 | Sunday | Krithigai | View → | September → |
| 11 | 2028-10-07 | Saturday | Krithigai | View → | October → |
| 12 | 2028-11-03 | Friday | Karthigai Krithigai | View → | November → |
| 13 | 2028-12-01 | Friday | Krithigai | View → | December → |
| 14 | 2028-12-28 | Thursday | Krithigai | View → | December → |
Month-by-Month – 2028
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.
- Lamp lighting (vilakku)
- Murugan temple visit
- Thiruppugazh recitation
- Fasting
- Abhishekam
- Fire rituals (homam)
Kiruthigai – Other Years
Frequently Asked Questions
How many Kiruthigai are there in 2028?
There are 14 Kiruthigai days in 2028. See the complete list above.
When is the next Kiruthigai in 2028?
The next Kiruthigai is on 8 January 2028 (Saturday).
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.