Margashirsha Sankashti Chaturthi 2023: When Is This Celebrated? Know Date, Time

Sankashti Chaturthi, named after its significance, is believed to destroy all the troubles faced by the devotee.

Margashirsha Sankashti Chaturthi 2023: Throughout the year, there are 12 Sankashti Chaturthi fasts. Currently, the month of Margashirsha is ongoing, also known as Agahan Maas. In the month of Margashirsha, observance of the Ganadhip Sankashti Chaturthi fast is prescribed. According to the Skand Purana, performing special worship of Lord Ganesha on this date and observing the fast alleviates troubles, and students gain benefits in their careers.

Sankashti Chaturthi, named after its significance, is believed to destroy all the troubles faced by the devotee. Let's learn about the date, worship auspicious timings, and moonrise time for Ganadhip Sankashti Chaturthi in the month of Margashirsha for the year 2023.

Ganadhip Sankashti Chaturthi 2023 Date:

The Ganadhip Sankashti Chaturthi falling in the month of Margashirsha is on November 30, 2023, which is a Thursday. On this day, the fasting begins at sunrise, followed by the worship of Lord Ganesha in the evening, and the fast is concluded by offering arghya to the moon during the night.

Ganadhip Sankashti Chaturthi 2023 Muhurat:

According to the Panchang, the Ganadhip Sankashti Chaturthi in the Krishna Paksha of the month of Margashirsha will commence at 2:24 PM on November 30, 2023, and conclude at 3:31 PM on December 1, 2023.

Ganpati Puja Muhurat - Morning 06:55 AM to 08:13 AM Evening Muhurat - 04:05 PM to 07:05 PM

Moonrise Timing for Margashirsha Sankashti Chaturthi 2023:

The fast of Sankashti Chaturthi is considered successful only after offering arghya to the moon. On the day of Ganadhip Sankashti Chaturthi in Margashirsha, the moon will rise at 7:54 PM. Worshiping the moon brings mental peace, and any dosha related to the moon is alleviated.

Benefits of Ganadhip Sankashti Chaturthi Puja:

The Sankashti Chaturthi fast is observed by married women for the long life and prosperity of their husbands. The fast is also significant for financial stability, and it holds great importance for attaining progeny. Unmarried girls also observe this fast to find a good husband. This fast is considered a remover of all troubles.