Sankashti Chaturthi is a holy day dedicated to Lord Ganesha. This day is celebrated on the Chaturthi of Krishna Paksha of every lunar month of the Hindu calendar. There is a mythological belief that by worshiping Lord Ganesha on this day, life’s problems go away and wishes are fulfilled. Sankashti Chaturthi is also called Sankat Har Chaturthi. On this day, fast is observed from sunrise to moonrise. It is believed that by fasting on this day, wishes are fulfilled.
Sankashti Chaturthi date
This year the date of Sankashti Chaturthi is starting at 6.46 am on 20th October and will end at 4.16 am on 21st October. According to Udaya Tithi, Sankashti Chaturthi fast will be observed on 21st October. The time of moonrise on this day is said to be 7:54 pm.
perform Jalabhishek
To worship Lord Ganesha on this day, perform Jalabhishek, offer flowers, fruits and apply yellow sandalwood.
indulgence
Offer sesame laddu or modak.
mantra
Chant the mantra Om Gan Ganpataye Namah.
Hindu ritual of worship
Perform Aarti of Lord Ganesha with full devotion. Offer water to the moon. Break the fast.
Angaraki Sankashti Chaturthi
If the day of Chaturthi is Tuesday, then it is called Angaraki Sankashti Chaturthi.
