Vikat Sankashti Chaturthi 2026: The fast of Vikat Sankashti Chaturthi is a very beautiful medium to get the blessings of Lord Ganesha, which is falling on 5th April 2026 this year. The tradition of observing fast on this day is centuries old and by observing it even the most difficult problems of life can be averted. According to the scriptures, the devotees who observe fast on this day with full devotion, happiness and peace reside in their homes. This holy day teaches us how with devotion and patience we can achieve our goals. Sankashti Chaturthi fast is not just about staying hungry, rather it is a golden opportunity to purify our mind and thoughts, which gives us spiritual strength.
From morning resolution to beginning of worship
- Wake up before sunrise, take bath and wear clean clothes and start the day.
- Take a pledge to fast with folded hands in front of Lord Ganesha and place your petition at his feet.
- Decorate the home temple with beautiful flowers and rangoli and bathe the idol of Bappa with Ganga water.
- At the time of puja, apply red sandalwood tilak to Lord Ganesha and offer 21 knots of his favorite Durva.
- It is very auspicious to light a ghee lamp and chant the mantra ‘Om Gan Ganpataye Namam’ with a calm mind.
- After morning puja, eat fruits for the whole day and maintain sweetness in your words.
- On this auspicious day, stay away from any kind of harsh language and keep your mind calm.
Evening main puja and ritual of moon darshan
- Wake up before sunrise, take bath and wear clean clothes and start the day.
- Take a pledge to fast with folded hands in front of Lord Ganesha and place your petition at his feet.
- Decorate the home temple with beautiful flowers and rangoli and bathe the idol of Bappa with Ganga water.
- At the time of puja, apply red sandalwood tilak to Lord Ganesha and offer 21 knots of his favorite Durva.
- It is very auspicious to light a ghee lamp and chant the mantra ‘Om Gan Ganpataye Namam’ with a calm mind.
- After morning puja, eat fruits for the whole day and maintain sweetness in your words.
- On this auspicious day, stay away from any kind of harsh language and keep your mind calm.
Special tips for family happiness and peace
This fast not only gives personal progress but also increases love and harmony among family members. Serving your mother and taking her blessings makes this day even more fruitful. If there is any confusion in the family regarding father’s property, then performing a collective aarti of Lord Ganesha on this day gives right direction and peace to the mind. Celebrate the festival with simplicity instead of ostentation and try to help the poor people of the society. This fast observed with simple living and high thoughts makes your life even better. This day immersed in devotion to Bappa brings a smile on everyone’s face.
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