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Varda Chaturthi 2026 Date: Ganesh Chaturthi has special significance in Hindu religion, but when this Chaturthi falls in Adhikamas (Purushottam month), its importance increases a hundred times. This year, Chaturthi of Shukla Paksha of Adhikamas will be celebrated as Varada Vinayak Chaturthi. According to belief, the worship of Varada Vinayak Chaturthi performed in Adhikamas gives many times more virtuous results than the other 12 Chaturthi of the year. Let us know about the exact date, auspicious time and correct worship method and rules of Varada Chaturthi this year.
What is the significance of Varada Vinayak Chaturthi?
Varda on Chaturthi of Shukla Paksha of Adhikamas Chaturthi It is said that it is dedicated to Lord Ganesha. According to the religious text Bhavishya Purana, by fasting and worshiping as per the rituals on this day, a person attains special virtues. It is believed that by worshiping Lord Ganesha on this day, all the obstacles in life are removed and the path to happiness and prosperity opens. The special thing is that this puja done in Adhikamas is considered more fruitful than the Chaturthi of normal 12 months. The devotees who observe this fast with a true heart are blessed with wealth, children, fame and longevity.
varda chaturthi 2026 date
According to the Panchang, Chaturthi Tithi of Jyeshtha Adhik Maas will start on May 19, 2026 at 2:18 PM and will end on May 20 at 11:06 AM. According to Udaya Tithi, this fast will be observed on 20th May.
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How to fast on Varada Vinayak Chaturthi?
To get the full benefits of this fast, it is very important to follow the rules and regulations. First of all, wake up in the morning in Brahma Muhurta, take bath and wear clean clothes. After this, take a pledge to fast and install the idol or picture of Lord Ganesha. Offer Durva grass, modak, laddu, fruits, flowers and vermilion in the puja. Lord Ganesha is especially fond of Modak, hence offering it is considered auspicious. After this, chant Ganesh mantras and recite the Vrat Katha. Keep fast throughout the day and then do puja and aarti in the evening. Some people break their fast only after offering Arghya to the Moon.
If you did not fast like this?
According to religious beliefs, fasting is not just the name of giving up food, but it is a symbol of purification of mind, words and deeds. If a person fasts without devotion, rules and correct method, he does not get the full results. Therefore, during the fast one should stay away from anger, lies, deceit and negative thoughts. Also, doing charity and helping the needy is also considered very auspicious on this day.
Also read: Adhik Maas 2026: Do these measures in Adhik Maas, life’s problems will go away!
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