Chitra Nakshatra चित्रा
Chitra, the fourteenth nakshatra, spans Virgo into Libra. Ruled by Mars and presided over by Tvashtar, the celestial architect, its symbol - a shining jewel - reflects beauty, craftsmanship and brilliant design.
- Ruling Graha
- Mars
- Deity
- Tvashtar (Vishwakarma)
- Symbol
- Bright jewel / pearl
- Gana
- Rakshasa
- Zodiac
- 23°20' Virgo - 6°40' Libra
- Nature
- Soft & gentle (Mridu)
Mars - the planet of energy, courage, drive and decisive action.
Tvashtar (Vishwakarma) - the celestial architect and craftsman of the gods (Vishwakarma).
Personality & traits
Chitra natives are charismatic, artistic and detail-loving, drawn to beauty and skilled at creating it. Their love of appearance can become vanity or superficiality.
Career & profession
Architecture and design, fashion, jewellery and the visual arts, and engineering - any craft that turns raw material into beauty.
Favorable activities
Its soft (Mridu) nature favours artistic and creative work, design, dressing well and pleasant, aesthetic undertakings.
Frequently asked questions
What is Chitra nakshatra?
Chitra, the fourteenth nakshatra, spans Virgo into Libra. Ruled by Mars and presided over by Tvashtar, the celestial architect, its symbol - a shining jewel - reflects beauty, craftsmanship and brilliant design.
Who is the ruling planet of Chitra nakshatra?
The ruling graha of Chitra is Mars - the planet of energy, courage, drive and decisive action.
Which deity presides over Chitra nakshatra?
Tvashtar (Vishwakarma) presides over Chitra - the celestial architect and craftsman of the gods (Vishwakarma).
What activities are favorable during Chitra nakshatra?
Its soft (Mridu) nature favours artistic and creative work, design, dressing well and pleasant, aesthetic undertakings.
When is the next Chitra nakshatra in Mumbai, MH?
The next Chitra nakshatra in Mumbai, MH is on 17 August 2026.
Last updated 29 July 2026