Skanda Sashti February 2026: Date, time, rituals and significance

Skanda Shashti is one of the most auspicious days when people offer their prayers to Lord Kartikeya, the god of war. This day is observed by the followers of Lord Shiva. This day is mainly observed in South India by Tamil Hindus. Lord Skanda is the son of Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati. Skanda Shasthi falls every month on sixth day of Shukla Paksha in the month of Phalguna. This month, Sknada Sashti is going to be observed on February 22, 2026. Sashti Tithi Begins - February 22, 2026 - 11:09 AMSashti Tithi Ends - February 23, 2026 - 09:09 AM Skanda Sashti is the significant day which is dedicated to worship Lord Skanda. People observe this fast on Sashti tithi, which is combining with panchami tithi and this is considered highly auspicious and meritorious. Lord Skanda is the son of Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati. In South India, Lord Skanda is considered as the younger brother of Lord Ganesha while in North India, Lord Kartikeya is the elder brother of Lord Ganesha. Lord Skanda is also known as Murugan, Subramanya and Kartikeya. This is a popular day in South India, which is observed with great devotion and purity. People offer their sincere prayers to Lord Kartikeya and visit temples dedicated to Lord Skanda. They offer different types of naivedyam and coconut. People, who observe this sacred fast is considered as most powerful. Devotees perform various religious and spiritual activities on this day. This fast is believed to strengthen spiritual discipline and cleanse your mind, body and soul. This fast is good for creating a connection with the Lord you pray. For devotees who look to Lord Murugan for guidance in order to overcome challenges, achieve success, and achieve spiritual enlightenment, the Skanda Sashti festival is extremely important. Peace, prosperity, and happiness are thought to be brought into one's life by observing the Skanda Sashti vrat and fervently carrying out the rites.1. Devotees offer their prayers and seek blessings of Lord Murugan by visiting the temples. 2. Perform Skanda Sashti Vrat at home by followig proper rituals. 3. You should abstain from alcohol, non vegetarian food, and other worldly pleasures. 4. You should spend your day by chanting various Lord Murugan mantras throughout the day. 5. The devotees who observe fast on this day, receive good fortune, wealth, eliminate impediments and you also become like a warrior or strong. This is the very powerful day when devotees establish their relation with God.