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Shashti is the sixth lunar day observed twice each lunar month, dedicated to different deities, often associated with Lord Kartikeya and Goddess Durga.
Shashti is celebrated with fasting and worship, especially by devotees of Lord Kartikeya, the god of war, and Goddess Durga. Special prayers and rituals are performed to invoke courage, protection, and victory over evil. The day holds regional importance in South India and northern states.
| Day | Date |
|---|---|
| Saturday | January 24 |
| Sunday | February 22 |
| Tuesday | March 24 |
| Wednesday | April 22 |
| Thursday | May 21 |
| Friday | June 19 |
| Sunday | July 19 |
| Monday | August 17 |
| Wednesday | September 16 |
| Friday | October 16 |
| Sunday | November 15 |
| Tuesday | December 15 |
The observance of Shashti fosters spiritual discipline and physical endurance. Many families observe this day with offerings, community feasts, and cultural events. Shashti also forms a part of the Navratri festival cycle in some regions.
In 2026 first Shashti vrat is on 24th January followed by, 22nd February, 24th March, 22nd April, 21st May, 19th June, 19th July, 17th August, 16th September, 16th October, 15th November, and the last Shashti date in 2026 marks on 15th December. Devotees are requested to fast and offer pooja on all these Shashti days for the well-being of their own and beloved ones.