Sat Oct 19 23:21:00 UTC 2024: **Sankashti Chaturthi Overview:**
– Sankashti Chaturthi is observed on the fourth day of the Krishna Paksha in the month of Ashwin.
– In October 2024, this day will be known as Vakratunda Sankashti Chaturthi.
– The fast is performed for the long life and good health of children.
– Worship of Lord Ganesha and Chandra Dev (Moon God) is essential on this day.
**Key Details:**
– **Start of Chaturthi:** October 20, 2024, at 6:46 AM
– **End of Chaturthi:** October 21, 2024, at 4:16 AM
– **Chandrodhay (Moonrise):** October 21, 2024, at 7:54 PM
**Rituals:**
– Conduct water ablutions for Lord Ganesha.
– Offer flowers, fruits, and yellow sandalwood.
– Prepare and offer sesame ladoos or modaks.
– Recite the Sankashti Chaturthi story and chant the mantra “ॐ गं गणपतये नमः.”
– Perform Ganesh Aarti with devotion.
– Complete the fast after moon sighting and worship.
**Note:**
– The moonrise time may vary slightly in different cities. The fast is considered complete after the moon sighting and worship.
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