Festivals

Thiruvananthapuram (UTC+5:30)

Date

21st December 2026

Matsya Dwadashi

Tithi:

Shukla Dwadashi upto 5:36 PM

Shukla Trayodashi upto 2:24 PM +1

Nakshatra:

Bharani upto 1:09 PM

Krittika upto 10:46 AM +1

Vasara:Monday

Dwadashi Vrata Parana Timings

Prātaḥ parana on Dwadashi (same local day)

Parana Time

22 Dec, 6:32 am – 8:51 am, 22 Dec

Harivasara End Time

20 Dec, 11:36 pm

Dwadashi End Time

21 Dec, 5:36 pm

About

Margashirsha Shukla Dwadashi at sunrise; dedicated to Lord Vishnu's first avatar.

Significance:

Matsya Dwadashi commemorates the Matsya (fish) incarnation of Lord Vishnu. He appeared to save the Vedas and the seeds of life from the great deluge, representing the Lord's role as the ultimate protector of knowledge and existence.

Rituals & Puja Vidhi:

1. Vishnu Puja: Worshipping the Lord in his Matsya form with water and fresh flowers. 2. Reading: Reciting the story of the Matsya avatar from the Srimad Bhagavatam. 3. Charity: Providing food and support to the community as an act of service.