Chithirai is the first month in a traditional Tamil Calendar followed in Tamil Nadu. The first day or Chithirai 1 is observed as New Year by many Hindu Tamil communities. Chithirai Month in 2024 begins on April 14 and ends on May 14. Some of the important and auspicious days in the month include Chithirai festival at Madurai Meenakshi Temple and Pournami.
Chithirai Pournami and Amavasai
Chithirai Amavasya is on May 8
Pournami, or full moon day, in Chithirai month is on April 23
Thirukalyanam or Celestial Wedding Festival at
Ekadasi Fasting dates in Chithirai Masam are April 19 and May 4
Pradosham Fasting dates in Chithirai Masam are April 21 and May 5
Pradosham Fasting dates in Chithirai Masam are April 21 and May 5
Festival and Auspicious dates in Chithirai Month 2024
- Pillayar Sankatahara Chaturthi is on April 27
- Sashti – April 14 and May 13
- Chithirai Pournami – April 23
The next month in Tamil Calendar is the Vaigasi Masam.