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Sankashti Chaturthi Significance: In Hindu religion, Lord Ganesha is considered the first worshipper. He is worshiped before any auspicious work. Chaturthi of Krishna Paksha of Jyeshtha month is celebrated as Ekadant Sankashti Chaturthi. This date is going to be very special in the year 2026 because a rare coincidence of Angaraki Chaturthi is taking place on this day. Let us know the exact date of the fast, time of moonrise and the special significance of this day.
When is Ekdant Sankashti Chaturthi 2026?
According to the Panchang, Chaturthi Tithi of Krishna Paksha of Jyeshtha month will start from 5:24 am on May 5, 2026 and will end on May 6, 2026 at 7:51 am. The fast of Sankashti Chaturthi is observed on the basis of moonrise and rise date. In such a situation, Chaturthi Tithi will be present at the time of moonrise on 5th May, hence the fast will be observed on Tuesday 5th May 2026.
Great coincidence of Angarki Chaturthi
this year one tooth Sankashti Chaturthi It is falling on Tuesday. According to the scriptures, when Sankashti Chaturthi falls on Tuesday, it is called Angaraki Sankashti Chaturthi. The results of Angaraki Chaturthi are many times more than other Chaturthi. According to astrology, people who have Mangal Dosh in their horoscope or Mars is heavy, they should observe a fast on this day and worship Lord Ganesha. This calms down the inauspicious effects of Mars and removes obstacles in work. Shiva Yoga is also being formed on this day, which is considered extremely auspicious for spiritual practice and spiritual works.
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Worship method of Ekadant Sankashti Chaturthi
Bathing in Brahma Muhurta: Wake up early in the morning, take bath and wear clean clothes.
Resolution: Take a pledge to fast with water in your hand.
Establishment: Install the idol of Lord Ganesha by spreading a red cloth on a post. Get them anointed with Ganga water.
Pooja Samagri: Offer Akshat, flowers, incense, lamp and his favorite Durva (grass) to Lord Ganesha. Apply vermilion tilak on them.
enjoyment: Offer modak or laddu to Ganpati.
Mantra chanting: Chant Om Ganpataye Namah mantra and read the story of Sankashti Chaturthi.
Moon Darshan: After the moon rises at night, offer Arghya to them and break the fast only after performing the puja.
Importance of Sankashti Chaturthi
Sankashti Chaturthi is an important fast and festival dedicated to Lord Ganesha in Hindu religion. It is celebrated every month on the Chaturthi date of Krishna Paksha. Its special importance is related to removing troubles and fulfilling wishes. Sankashti itself means one who overcomes troubles. By observing fast and worshiping Lord Ganesha on this day, sorrows, obstacles and troubles of life go away. Ganesh ji is considered the remover of obstacles and the first worshipable god. By doing special worship of him on this day, obstacles in work are eliminated.
Also read- What is the mythological significance of Jyeshtha month from Bada Mangal to Shani Jayanti, who is worshipped?
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