Aadi Krithigai 2025: Auspicious Date, Nakshatram Timings, Rituals & Significance

July 19, 2025: Aadi Krithigai 2025 – In 2025, the auspicious festival of Aadi Krithigai will be celebrated on Sunday, July 20, during the sacred Tamil month of Aadi. This special day holds immense significance for devotees of Lord Murugan, the Hindu god of war and victory.

Across Tamil Nadu and among Tamil communities worldwide, devotees will observe Aadi Krithigai with fervent prayers, fasting, and special offerings to honor Lord Murugan. The festival marks a time for spiritual reflection and seeking blessings for courage, strength, and success.

Temples dedicated to Lord Murugan, including the famous Palani Murugan Temple, are expected to witness a large influx of pilgrims participating in ritualistic worship and festive ceremonies. Devotees will also perform traditional poojas and abhishekams, lighting lamps and offering flowers as a symbol of devotion.

Aadi Krithigai is considered one of the most important days in the Tamil Hindu calendar, celebrated with great enthusiasm and devotion. It falls on the full moon day (Krithigai Nakshatra) in the month of Aadi, which generally occurs between mid-July and mid-August.

This year, as families come together to celebrate, many will also engage in fasting and charity, reflecting the spirit of devotion and community. The festival serves as a reminder of the triumph of good over evil and the power of faith.

For devotees, Aadi Krithigai 2025 promises to be a spiritually uplifting day filled with traditional rituals and joyous celebrations.