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Karadaiyan Nombu Date: Saturday, 14 March 2026
Karadaiyan Nombu (also known as Savithri Nombu or Karadayan Nonbu) is a traditional Tamil Hindu festival observed by married women (and sometimes unmarried girls) for the long life and well-being of their husbands or future husbands. It is observed at the exact moment when the Tamil month Maasi ends and Panguni begins — usually in March.
Mythological Significance of Karadaiyan Nombu
The festival is based on the legend of Savitri and Satyavan from the Mahabharata:
Princess Savitri married Satyavan, a prince fated to die within a year. On the destined day, when Yama (the God of Death) came to take Satyavan’s soul, Savitri followed him with steadfast devotion and wisdom. Impressed by her love and intelligence, Yama granted her a boon — restoring Satyavan’s life.
Thus, women observe Karadaiyan Nombu to pray for their husbands’ long and healthy lives, inspired by Savitri’s devotion.
| Related Name | Savithri Nombu, Karadaiyan Nombu |
| Begins Tithi | Meena Sankranti Tamil month of Maasi to Panguni. |
| Reason | Devi Savitri |
| Celebrations | Prayer at Temple, Vrat, Puja at Home |
करदयान नोम्बू (जिसे सावित्री नोम्बू या करादैयन नोम्बू भी कहा जाता है) एक पारंपरिक तमिल हिंदू त्योहार है जो विवाहित महिलाओं (और कभी-कभी अविवाहित लड़कियों) द्वारा अपने पतियों या भावी पतियों की लंबी आयु और कल्याण के लिए मनाया जाता है।
Rituals and Offerings of Karadaiyan Nombu
❀ Women fast until the auspicious moment when the month changes.
❀ They worship Goddess Parvati and Savitri.
❀ A karadai (special steamed dish) made of rice flour and black-eyed peas (karamani) is offered.
❀ Two types of karadai are prepared: Sweet Karadai (Vella Adai) – made with jaggery and Salt Karadai (Uppu Adai) – made with salt and spices.
❀ Sacred Thread (Nombu Charadu): A yellow sacred thread is tied around the woman’s neck while praying, symbolizing protection and marital harmony.
❀ Married women pray for their husbands’ well-being, while unmarried girls pray for an ideal life partner.
Mantra Recited on Karadaiyan Nombu
A traditional Tamil verse is chanted while offering Karadai Adai:
\"Urugaadha Vennayum Oradhey Kadalaeyum
Naan Noatrain Nombu Nombinen
Orukaalum En Kanavar Ennai Vittu Piriyama Irukkanum.\"
Cultural Notes of Karadaiyan Nombu
❀ The festival is primarily celebrated in Tamil Nadu, Puducherry, and among Tamil communities in Sri Lanka and abroad.
❀ It resembles the
Karwa Chauth of North India in its theme of marital devotion but follows Tamil traditions and calendar.
Related Information
Futures Dates
15 March 2027
Begins Tithi
Meena Sankranti Tamil month of Maasi to Panguni.
Celebrations
Prayer at Temple, Vrat, Puja at Home
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