Question 1

When is Chitragupta Vratam observed?

Accepted Answer

Chitragupta Vratam falls on the Chaitra Shukla Purnima, the full-moon tithi of the bright half of the lunar month Chaitra. The day is selected by the tithi current at sunrise, so the Gregorian date changes each year and should be checked afresh.

Question 2

What should I eat during Chitragupta Vratam?

Accepted Answer

Chitragupta Vratam is a vrata, or religious vow, and fasting is likely part of its observance class, but a complete fast is not confirmed for this specific entry. Follow a known family or community rule; otherwise choose a modest, health-appropriate fast and do not treat it as a universal prescription.

Question 3

Who is worshipped on Chitragupta Vratam?

Accepted Answer

The name is commonly associated with Chitragupta, a Hindu figure linked with the recording of human actions and their consequences. This association supports prayer and ethical reflection, but the surviving information does not confirm a specific myth, scripture, or ritual sequence for this particular vrata.

Question 4

How do I perform Chitragupta Vratam?

Accepted Answer

A simple observance can include bathing, a clean place of worship, a lamp, a clear vow, silent prayer, and charity or another constructive act. Offerings should follow a verified family or local custom, because no special food or mandatory offering is established for this entry.

Date	Tithi	Lunar month	Governing time
Tue, 23 Apr, 2024	ShuklaPurnima	Chaitra	sunrise (udaya tithi)
Sat, 12 Apr, 2025	ShuklaPurnima	Chaitra	sunrise (udaya tithi)
Thu, 2 Apr, 2026	ShuklaPurnima	Chaitra	sunrise (udaya tithi)
Tue, 20 Apr, 2027	ShuklaPurnima	Chaitra	sunrise (udaya tithi)
Sun, 9 Apr, 2028	ShuklaPurnima	Chaitra	sunrise (udaya tithi)
Sat, 28 Apr, 2029	ShuklaPurnima	Chaitra	sunrise (udaya tithi)
Thu, 18 Apr, 2030	ShuklaPurnima	Chaitra	sunrise (udaya tithi)
Mon, 7 Apr, 2031	ShuklaPurnima	Chaitra	sunrise (udaya tithi)
Sun, 25 Apr, 2032	ShuklaPurnima	Chaitra	sunrise (udaya tithi)

Chitragupta Vratam

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