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Kanda Sashti: Murugan Idols & Karungali Vel

Choose a Murugan altar form or Karungali Vel for Kanda Sashti, then compare the sizes and how each piece fits your home practice. Wearable Murugan designs are available further below.

10–15 November 2026 · Soorasamharam: 15 November

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Lord Murugan Statue for Home Decor & Pooja Altar

Lord Murugan Statue for Home Decor & Pooja Altar

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Prepare for Kanda Sashti

Begin with Murugan

Choose an altar form or the symbolism of the Vel for your own practice.

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Compare a pendant, mala or home idol by material, size and intended use.

Follow your tradition

Observe the festival with guidance from your family or temple. Devotional objects are personal choices.

Dates are planning references for India. Tithi, muhurat and temple observances depend on location and tradition. Confirm your city and ceremony date before arranging delivery or booking. Check the calendar for your city

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Which Karungali Vel size is selected here?

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Kanda Sashti: Meaning, Vratham and Murugan Puja Items

Kanda Sashti is a six-day festival of Lord Murugan that ends with Soorasamharam, when Murugan defeats the demon Surapadman with his Vel. This page explains its meaning and helps you choose Murugan and Vel forms.

Deity
Lord Murugan (Kartikeya, Subramanya)
Duration
Six days, ending with Soorasamharam
Symbol
The Vel, Murugan's spear
Observance
Sashti vratham (fast)
Dates
Check a Panchang and your temple

Kanda Sashti is observed mainly in Tamil Nadu and by Tamil communities worldwide. Devotees of Lord Murugan, also known as Kartikeya and Subramanya, keep a fast and pray through the six days.

This page explains the meaning of Kanda Sashti, the vratham and the chants devotees use. It also helps you choose a Murugan idol, a Vel piece or a Karungali mala for your own practice.

Kanda Sashti significance

Kanda Sashti recalls the victory of Lord Murugan over the demon Surapadman. In the story, Murugan receives the Vel, a divine spear, from Goddess Parvati and defeats Surapadman on the sixth day. The day of the victory is called Soorasamharam.

Devotees see the festival as the triumph of good over evil. It is observed in the Tamil month of Aippasi, when many Murugan temples hold special rites.

Kanda Sashti vratham, puja and mantra

Many devotees keep a fast during the six days, called the Sashti vratham. Some eat one simple meal a day, while others fast more strictly. Please follow your own health and family guidance.

Common practices include visiting a Murugan temple, lighting a lamp and reciting the Kanda Sashti Kavacham. A short chant is Om Saravana Bhava. Ask your family or priest about the rites you should follow.

Soorasamharam

Soorasamharam is the high point of the festival. At many Murugan temples, the battle is re-enacted on the sixth day, and devotees gather to watch and pray. Some also join the prayers at home by reciting hymns for Murugan.

Temple customs differ by place, so follow the practice of your own temple and family. Dates and timings depend on the Panchang and the temple, so this page does not list them.

Choosing Murugan and Vel forms

Choose an altar form for your home mandir, or a piece that carries the symbolism of the Vel. Compare a pendant, mala or idol by material, size and how you plan to use it.

Browse Sacred God Idols, Karungali malai, spiritual jewellery and Karungali. The Karungali Vel pieces are devotional display pieces and jewellery. Do not assume a display Vel is equipment for kavadi or piercing rituals.

Frequently asked questions

What is Kanda Sashti?

Kanda Sashti is a six-day festival of Lord Murugan. It recalls his victory over the demon Surapadman and ends with Soorasamharam. Many devotees fast and visit Murugan temples.

What is Soorasamharam?

Soorasamharam is the sixth-day event of Kanda Sashti that recalls Lord Murugan defeating the demon Surapadman with his Vel. Many Murugan temples re-enact it.

What is the Kanda Sashti significance?

It marks the triumph of good over evil, as told in the story of Murugan and Surapadman. For devotees it is also a time of fasting, prayer and focus on Lord Murugan.

What is the Kanda Sashti mantra?

A short chant devotees use is Om Saravana Bhava. Many also recite the Kanda Sashti Kavacham during the festival. Learn the words and rites from your family or a priest.

When is Kanda Sashti 2026?

Kanda Sashti falls in the Tamil month of Aippasi and ends with Soorasamharam on the sixth day. Exact dates depend on the Panchang and the temple calendar, so please check them. This page does not list dates.

How is the Kanda Sashti puja done at home?

Many families clean the puja space, light a lamp before an image or idol of Lord Murugan, place flowers and chant. Follow your family tradition or ask your priest for the rites.

Can the Karungali Vel be used as a kavadi or ritual spear?

These are devotional display pieces and jewellery. Check the product dimensions and intended use. Do not assume a display Vel is equipment for kavadi or piercing rituals.

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Updated on 20 October 2026