The Skanda Sashti Vratam is one of the most revered Hindu festivals dedicated to Lord Murugan (also known as Kartikeya or Skanda), the god of war and protector of righteousness. Celebrated primarily in South India and by Tamil communities worldwide, the six-day Vratam offers devotees a chance to purify their minds and souls, seeking blessings for strength, health, and prosperity. This year, Maharashtra Adheenam Mahant Shri Amarnath Swami Ji led the devotees of Shree Raja Rajeshwar Devasthan in the observance of this sacred event with great devotion and spiritual discipline.

As the golden rays of the setting sun meet the horizon, women across India prepare for a night that celebrates love, commitment, and devotion—Karwa Chauth. This age-old tradition, observed primarily by married Hindu women, is a symbol of unwavering faith in their husbands’ well-being and longevity.

Dasehra, also known as Vijayadashami, is a significant Hindu festival that celebrates the victory of good over evil. Observed on the tenth day of the bright half (Shukla Paksha) of the Ashwin month, it marks the culmination of the Navratri festival and the day when Lord Rama defeated the demon king Ravana.

On the second day of Navratri, we celebrate the divine form of Goddess Brahmacharini, the epitome of devotion, penance, and wisdom. Devotees honor this form of Shakti as they continue their journey of spiritual growth, inspired by her unwavering dedication to the pursuit of truth and knowledge.