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Karthigai Deepam 2026: Date, Bharani Deepam and Maha Deepam

2026 festival guide · verified against the Rashtriya Panchang Karthigai Deepam falls on 24 November 2026. Understand the Krittika–Purnima overlap, Bharani Deepam, Maha Deepam and regional observances. Short answer Karthigai Deepam is observed on Tuesday, 24 November 2026. The Rashtriya Panchang list...

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