Skanda Sashti Vrat 2026: Skanda Shashthi fast has special significance in Sanatan Dharma. This fast has been dedicated to Lord Kartikeya, the commander of the gods and the eldest son of Lord Shiva. Lord Kartikeya is also called Murugan and Subramanya. Skanda Shashthi fast is observed on the Shashthi date of Shukla Paksha of every month. On the day of Skanda Shashthi, fasting is observed and Lord Kartikeya is worshiped with rituals.
By fasting and worshiping on the day of Skanda Shashthi, one gets the special blessings of Lord Kartikeya. By his grace, health related problems, obstacles from enemies and all the troubles of life go away. Apart from this, due to the effect of fasting, children of childless mothers get long life, good health and success. Childless women are also advised to keep fast on Skanda Shashthi. Skanda Shashthi fast will be observed tomorrow in the month of February. Let us know its auspicious time, worship method and rules.
According to Drik Panchang, this year the Shashthi Tithi of Shukla Paksha of Phalgun month is starting at 11:09 am on 22 February 2026. This date will end the next day at 9:09 am on the 23rd. In such a situation, the fast of Skanda Shashthi will be observed tomorrow, Sunday, 22 February 2026.
Take bath in the morning on the day of Skanda Shashthi. After this wear clean clothes. Then clean the temple. Install the idol or picture of Lord Kartikeya in the temple. Worship Lord Kartikeya properly. Offer them fruits, flowers, sweets and seasonal fruits. Recite the story of Skanda Shashthi fast. Chant Lord Kartikeya mantras. At last perform Aarti of God.
On the day of Skanda Shashthi, observe celibacy throughout the day. Worship the fast at sunrise. Break the fast the next day after offering Arghya to Lord Sun. Avoid speaking ill of people. Stay away from negative things. Avoid washing hair.
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