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Skanda Sashti — Subramanya Sashti — celebrates Lord Murugan's (Skanda's) victory over the demon Surapadma. The most spectacular celebration is at Tiruchendur in Tamil Nadu, where the six-day festival culminates in a reenactment of the asura's defeat.
Observed by: Hindus
Skanda Sashti is next observed on 16 October 2026. The festival follows shashthi of shukla paksha, kartika — murugan/kartikeya's victory.
Skanda Sashti — Subramanya Sashti — celebrates Lord Murugan's (Skanda's) victory over the demon Surapadma. The most spectacular celebration is at Tiruchendur in Tamil Nadu, where the six-day festival culminates in a reenactment of the asura's defeat.
Skanda Sashti is observed by Hindus.