Dwitiya Tithi द्वितीया
The 2nd lunar day · deity Brahma · Bhadra tithi
Dwitiya (द्वितीया) is the 2nd lunar day (tithi), presided over by Brahma and counted a Bhadra tithi (healthy — good for business, foundations and health matters). Dwitiya, the second tithi, is about building on what has begun. The tithi prevailing at sunrise is applied to the whole day in the panchang.
Key takeaways
- Presiding deity: Brahma.
- Nature: Bhadra — healthy — good for business, foundations and health matters.
- A Bhadra (healthy) tithi good for laying foundations, construction and steady growth.
- Occurs in both the Shukla and Krishna paksha each lunar month.
Dwitiya at a glance
| Presiding deity | Brahma |
| Nature | Bhadra — healthy — good for business, foundations and health matters |
| Position | 2nd tithi of each paksha |
What is Dwitiya tithi?
Dwitiya, the second tithi, is about building on what has begun. As a lunar day, Dwitiya can begin or end at any clock time, so the panchang uses the Dwitiya that is running at sunrise.
Presiding deity of Dwitiya
It is linked with Brahma the creator and the Ashwini Kumaras. Worship and vrats on Dwitiya are directed to this deity.
Nature: a Bhadra tithi
Dwitiya belongs to the Bhadra group of tithis, which are healthy — good for business, foundations and health matters. The five natures — Nanda, Bhadra, Jaya, Rikta and Purna — repeat through the fortnight and help decide which activities a day suits.
Festivals and observances on Dwitiya
The Shukla Dwitiya of Kartik is Bhai Dooj, honouring the brother–sister bond.
- Bhai Dooj (Yama Dwitiya) — Kartik Shukla Dwitiya — sisters honour their brothers
- Jagannath Rath Yatra — Ashadha Shukla Dwitiya at Puri
Festivals fixed to Dwitiya recur every year but on shifting Gregorian dates; several also depend on the lunar month and paksha. Confirm this year's dates on the festivals and calendar pages or your local panchang.
What Dwitiya tithi is good for
A Bhadra (healthy) tithi good for laying foundations, construction and steady growth. Combine the tithi with a favourable nakshatra, an auspicious choghadiya and the weekday, avoiding Rahu Kaal, when choosing a muhurat.
Dwitiya in the panchang
You can see whether today is Dwitiya on any city's daily panchang, and find upcoming Dwitiya dates on the panchang calendar. Learn about all the tithis, the 27 nakshatras, or read the complete panchang guide.
Tithi attributes follow traditional sources; for religious observance confirm the exact tithi and timings with your local panchang.
Common questions
Which deity rules Dwitiya tithi?
Dwitiya tithi is presided over by Brahma. It is linked with Brahma the creator and the Ashwini Kumaras.
What festivals fall on Dwitiya?
The Shukla Dwitiya of Kartik is Bhai Dooj, honouring the brother–sister bond.
Is Dwitiya a good tithi?
A Bhadra (healthy) tithi good for laying foundations, construction and steady growth.
What is a tithi?
A tithi is a lunar day — the time for the Moon to move 12° from the Sun. A lunar month has 30 tithis, 15 in the waxing Shukla paksha and 15 in the waning Krishna paksha.
What is a Bhadra tithi?
Bhadra tithis are healthy — good for business, foundations and health matters. Dwitiya is one of them.