Dear Devotees,

As part of this year’s Karthika Masam celebrations, ICCT is creating a beautiful Karthika Deepa Mandapam — a special space where devotees can offer their deepams (diyas) around Lord Siva in a serene and devotional setting.

In previous years, the diya area was limited and often crowded. With hundreds of devotees expected throughout the month, we are expanding the space this year with a Mandapam for Lord Shiva, more space for placing diyas, decorations, flowers, lighting, and devotional audio to enhance the spiritual experience for all. This place is open throughout the Karthika Masam for devotees to offer Karthika Deepams to Lord Shiva, with special importance given to Mondays and Karthika Purnima.

We are excited to announce that ICCT will be providing Karthika Deepam kits, available for a nominal price on all Karthika Somavar (Mondays) and Karthika Purnima. Each kit consists of all the necessary puja materials, including 365 wicks, pure ghee, fruits, flowers, turmeric, kumkum, and dhoop sticks.

🛠️ Volunteer Help Needed! We are inviting volunteers to assist with setting up the Karthika Deepa Mandapam on Saturday, October 25th, between 12 PM and 4 PM. You can join us at any time during this window — every helping hand makes a difference!

Let’s come together in devotion and service to make this Karthika Masam truly divine for our community.

With gratitude,

ICCT Volunteer Team.