⭐ Kiruthigai in February 2024
Krittika Nakshatra day — Deity: Lord Murugan (Skanda), Lord Shiva
Kiruthigai Date(s) in February 2024
| Date | Day | Name | Daily Calendar | Monthly Calendar |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024-02-17 | Saturday | Krithigai | View → | February Calendar → |
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)
Other Auspicious Days in February 2024
Frequently Asked Questions
When is Kiruthigai in February 2024?
Kiruthigai in February 2024 falls on 2024-02-17.
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.