Ratha Sapthami

According to Tamilians, Ratha Sapthami was the day the Suraya gave birth. To honor the Suraya, the temples in which the idols of Suraya are present are well decorated. The birthday ceremony took place in his temple. In 2023, it was arranged for the 28th of January; in 2024, it will be celebrated on the 16th of February. The Muhurat activity of the event is called Snan Muhurat and will be performed in the mid of the day on the gala. In contrast, the Tithi activity is called Saptami Tithi. At the time of any action related to the festival day, light Diya before offering it. 

Celebration on Ratha Sapthami

Sapthami Fast

To get free from all sins made in the present or the past, getting clear on the event. Besides the sins clarification, Suraya happiness can also be gained by offering the fast. You will be blessed till the coming of the festival in the next year. 

Suraya Birthday

As the day starts, the bath is taken, and after taking a bath, the worshipper person offers Puja to Suraya in the Suraya temple. The lavish birthday ceremony is arranged after the Puja ceremony, where all celebrators wear new dresses, and Suraya food is distributed after the birthday cake is cut.

Ratha Donations

The donation activities are the main activities of this event after birthday and fasting activities. The donated items are offered to the poor and deserving people of the temple. The presented items at the gala include stitched Suraya suits, cooked foods, etc.