The Subramanya Abhishekam is a sacred ritual performed for Lord Subramanya (also known as Murugan, Kartikeya, or Skanda), especially by devotees seeking relief from Sarpa Dosha, Kuja Dosha, or seeking protection, health, and victory in life. This abhishekam is especially popular in South India, particularly in Tamil Nadu and Karnataka.

Items Required:

• Idol or photo of Lord Subramanya.

• Panchamrita (mixture of milk, curd, honey, ghee, and banana).

• Water in kalasha (preferably with Tulsi or mango leaves).

• Other abhisheka dravyas:

  • Milk

  • Curd

  • Honey

  • Ghee

  • Tender coconut water

  • Sandalwood paste

  • Rosewater

  • Sugarcane juice

  • Turmeric water

  • Vibuthi (sacred ash)

• Flowers, garlands, kumkum, turmeric.

• Camphor, incense, diya (oil lamp).

• Betel leaves and nuts, fruits, and sweets (for naivedyam).

• A clean plate or tray to collect abhisheka water.