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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 |
|---|---|
| Thursday | January 22 |
| Saturday | February 21 |
| Sunday | March 22 |
| Tuesday | April 21 |
| Wednesday | May 20 |
| Thursday | June 18 |
| Friday | July 17 |
| Sunday | August 16 |
| Monday | September 14 |
| Wednesday | October 14 |
| Thursday | November 12 |
| Saturday | December 12 |
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 2037 first Shashti vrat is on 22nd January followed by, 21st February, 22nd March, 21st April, 20th May, 18th June, 17th July, 16th August, 14th September, 14th October, 12th November, and the last Shashti date in 2037 marks on 12th December. Devotees are requested to fast and offer pooja on all these Shashti days for the well-being of their own and beloved ones.