Nagula Chavithi 2026: Date, Naga Puja, Rituals & Mantra
Nagula Chavithi 2026 (~13 November): the major Telugu Naga festival of Karthika — significance, how it differs from Naga Panchami, puja vidhi, mantra & diaspora guide.
Nagula Chavithi 2026 (~13 November): the major Telugu Naga festival of Karthika — significance, how it differs from Naga Panchami, puja vidhi, mantra & diaspora guide.
Nagula Chavithi is the major Telugu Naga Devata festival of Karthika, kept especially by women for the wellbeing of their children. In 2026 it falls around 13 November (Karthika Shukla Chaturthi), within Karthika Masam 2026.
Nagula Chavithi 2026 Date
- Date: ~13 November 2026 (Karthika Shukla Chaturthi) — confirm locally
- Deities: the Naga Devatas; Lord Subrahmanya
- Note: distinct from Naga Panchami (Shravana) — this is the Karthika Naga festival
Significance
In the Telugu states, Nagula Chavithi is the principal day to honour the serpent deities. Mothers pray for the protection, health and progeny of their families and for relief from Sarpa and Kala Sarpa dosha. The serpent — Shesha bearing Vishnu, Vasuki adorning Shiva, and Subrahmanya in serpent form — is revered as a guardian.
Rituals & Puja Vidhi
- Bathe early and keep a fast; clean the puja space or visit an anthill (putta).
- Offer milk, turmeric, kumkum and flowers to the anthill or a Naga idol.
- Offer naivedya — chimmili (sesame-jaggery) and chalimidi; recite the Naga mantra.
- Pray for the children’s wellbeing; avoid digging the earth on this day.
Mantra
Naga: ॐ नागराजाय नमः · oṃ nāgarājāya namaḥ · ఓం నాగరాజాయ నమః.
Subrahmanya: ॐ शरवणभव · oṃ śaravaṇabhava.
For the Diaspora
Subrahmanya and Shiva temples across the USA, UK, Canada, Australia, the UAE and Germany hold Naga puja and Sarpa-dosha remedies on Nagula Chavithi. At home, offer milk and turmeric before a Naga image, prepare chimmili, and chant the Naga mantra for your children.
Frequently Asked Questions
When is Nagula Chavithi 2026?
Nagula Chavithi falls around 13 November 2026 (Karthika Shukla Chaturthi) — the major Telugu Naga festival of Karthika. Confirm the day with your local panchang.
How is Nagula Chavithi different from Naga Panchami?
Both worship the Naga Devatas, but Nagula Chavithi is on Karthika Shukla Chaturthi (Telugu states), while Naga Panchami is on Shravana Shukla Panchami. Nagula Chavithi is the bigger Naga observance in Andhra & Telangana.
How is it observed?
Women keep a fast and offer milk, turmeric and naivedya (chimmili, chalimidi) at an anthill (putta) or before a Naga idol, praying for children’s wellbeing and relief from Sarpa/Kala Sarpa dosha.
What is the main mantra?
Om Nagarajaya Namah, and for Subrahmanya, Om Saravanabhava.
Key Takeaways
- Nagula Chavithi 2026: ~13 November (Karthika Shukla Chaturthi).
- The major Telugu Naga festival; for children & Sarpa-dosha relief.
- Offer milk & chimmili; chant Om Nagarajaya Namah.
See Karthika Masam 2026 and Ksheerabdi Dwadasi / Tulasi Vivah 2026.
