Astrology News Desk: There are many fasts and festivals in Sanatan Dharma and all have their own significance but Sankashti Chaturthi is considered very special which comes every month. This date is dedicated to the worship of Ganapati. Devotees on this day To keep God happy, they do puja, fast etc.
Sankashti Chaturthi is also considered a symbol of new beginnings, on this day people start new work. According to the Panchang, the month of Pausha is going on and Sankashti Chaturthi falling in this month is beneficial. By worshiping and fasting on this day, Lord Shri Ganesha gets immense blessings and also gets relief from troubles. This year’s last Sankashti Chaturthi i.e. Paush Sankashti Chaturthi is being celebrated today, Wednesday, 18th December, in such a situation, we are telling you the best time for worship, so let us know.
Sankashti Chaturthi date and puja time-
According to the Hindu calendar, Chaturthi Tithi of Paush month is starting from 10:06 AM on Wednesday, 18th December and will end the next day i.e. Thursday, 19th December at 10:02 AM.
Due to the puja taking place during Nisha period, the fast of Sankashti Chaturthi will be observed on 18th December only. Sankashti Chaturthi is also known as Akhurath Sankashti Chaturthi. According to religious beliefs, worshiping Ganapati on this day removes the sorrows of life and provides happiness and prosperity.