Kapila Sashti is an auspicious day observed in the Krishna Paksha of Ashwin month. Kapila Sashti 2024 date is September 23. In South India , it is observed in the Kanni Month and Puratasi Masam and is dedicated to Subrahmanya or Skanda. In North India , it falls during the waning phase of moon in Ashwin month.
It is considered highly auspicious to take bath in the sacred rivers. Legend has it that Sage Narada attained divine status on the day.
Special pujas and rituals are held on the day in Murugan Temples in South India .
Special pujas are also held on the day at the Bhadrachalam Sri Rama Temple Godavari .