📅 Sankashti Chaturthi – May 30, 2026 (Saturday)
Sankashti Chaturthi is a highly auspicious day dedicated to Lord Ganesha, the remover of obstacles and granter of wisdom.
It falls every month on the Krishna Paksha Chaturthi and holds special power when observed with faith and purity.
This day is particularly important because the Sankashti Vrat is believed to eliminate problems (“Sankat”) and bring good fortune, success, and peace.
🪔 Panchang for Sankashti Chaturthi 2026
(Indicative timings based on IST – India Standard Time)
| Panchang Element | Timings / Details |
|---|---|
| Tithi | Chaturthi Tithi Begins: May 29, 2026 – 03:58 PM Chaturthi Tithi Ends: May 30, 2026 – 01:35 PM |
| Nakshatra | Mula Nakshatra |
| Yoga | Sukarma Yoga |
| Karana | Garaja → Vanija |
| Sunrise | 05:26 AM |
| Sunset | 07:01 PM |
| Moonrise (For Vrat Completion) | May 30, 2026 – 09:10 PM |
🌟 Significance of Sankashti Chaturthi
- This day is wholly dedicated to Lord Ganesha, symbol of intellect, prosperity & obstacle-removal.
- The Sanskrit word “Sankashti” means deliverance from troubles, so this vrat is known to remove hardships, fear, and karmic blocks.
- Observing the fast and offering prayers on this day helps in:
- success in education
- resolution of financial issues
- mental clarity
- removal of household problems
- peace & prosperity
🙏 Sankashti Chaturthi Puja Vidhi
1. Morning Preparations
- Take a holy bath early.
- Clean the puja area and place an idol/photo of Lord Ganesha.
2. Fasting (Vrat Rules)
- Fasting lasts from sunrise to moonrise.
- Many devotees follow:
- Phalahar Vrat – fruits, water, milk
- Nirjala Vrat – no food/water (optional & tough)
- Avoid wheat, rice, lentils, onions, and salty food.
3. Ganesha Puja
Offer:
- Durva grass
- Modaks or laddus
- Red flowers
- Incense, diya, and chandan
- Betel leaves & bananas
Chant:
- Om Gan Ganapataye Namah
- Sankashta Nashanam Ganapati Stotram
- Ganesha Atharvashirsha
4. Sankashti Chaturthi Moonrise Darshan
The fast is broken only after seeing the Moon and offering Arghya to Chandra Dev.
📘 Short Sankashti Chaturthi Vrat Katha (Brief Version)
According to the scriptures, Lord Ganesha once removed the severe troubles of the moon-god Chandra, who was cursed for mocking Ganesha. After deep remorse, Chandra sought forgiveness, and Ganesha blessed him on the day of Chaturthi, saying that devotees who observe fast on this day and worship Him will be freed from all problems—just as Chandra was purified.
🌎 Regional Observances
| Region | Traditions |
|---|---|
| Maharashtra | Major observance; people follow strict vrat and visit Ganesha temples |
| Tamil Nadu (Sankatahara Chaturthi) | Evening puja at temples; special abhishekam |
| Karnataka | Fasting & reading the Vrat Katha |
| North India | Tulsi & modak offerings with family puja |
| Goa | Coastal regions celebrate with group prayers |
💠 Benefits of Observing Sankashti Chaturthi
- Eliminates obstacles in career, business & education
- Protects from negative energies
- Improves concentration and intelligence
- Attracts prosperity & fortune
- Resolves family conflicts
- Brings blessings of wisdom & strength
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