Akhuratha Sankashta
GujaratiAlso known as: Akhuratha Ganesh Chaturthi
Akhuratha Sankashta
About Akhuratha Sankashta
Akhuratha Sankashta is a monthly Sankashti Chaturthi dedicated to Lord Ganesh. Akhuratha means one who grants the wish of food and nourishment.
Devotees observe a strict fast from sunrise until moonrise, offering modak and durva grass to Lord Ganesh after sighting the moon.
This form of Ganesh is worshipped for abundance and nourishment. Devotees believe that observing this vrat ensures the family never faces food scarcity.
The monthly observance includes special prayers for health, prosperity, and the well-being of the family.
Vrat Vidhi & Fasting Rules
Devotees fast from sunrise until moonrise.
- Wake early and take a ritual bath.
- Observe a strict fast.
- Visit Ganesh temple for puja.
- Break the fast after sighting the moon.
Parana (Breaking Fast) Note: The fast is broken after sighting the moon.
Puja Samagri & Ritual Steps
- Clean the puja area.
- Place the Ganesh idol.
- Offer modak, durva grass, and red flowers.
- Apply kumkum and perform aarti.
- Break the fast after sighting the moon.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
One who grants the wish of food and nourishment.
Ensures abundance of food and nourishment for the family.
Note: All timings are represented in 24-hour notation in local time of the selected location with DST adjustment (if applicable).
Hours which are past midnight are suffixed with next day date. In Panchang, a day starts and ends with local sunrise.
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