New Delhi: Sakat Chauth, also known as Sankashti Chaturthi, is a Hindu festival dedicated to Lord Ganesha. The festival is celebrated with great devotion and enthusiasm. In 2025, Sakat Chauth will be celebrated on Saturday, January 18. This day falls on the fourth day (Chaturthi) of the Krishna Paksha in the Hindu month of Magha. Sakat Chauth carries special importance for mothers, as they keep a strict fast and offer prayers for the well-being, wealth, and success of their children. The festival is celebrated with rituals and prayers devoted to Lord Ganesha, who is also known as the remover of obstacles and a symbol of wisdom and prosperity.
On this day, devotees wake up early, take a bath, and prepare for the day-long fast. After worshipping Lord Ganesha, devotees consume food. One of the key highlights of this festival is the evening puja, during which Lord Ganesha is worshipped with durva grass, modaks, and other sacred items.
Sakat Chauth 2025: Moon Timings in Rajasthan
Here are all the details you need to know before observing the fast for Sakat Chauth, which will be held on January 17. Given below are the moon timings to break the fast:
Chaturthi Tithi Begins: January 17, 2025, at 4:06 AM
Chaturthi Tithi Ends: January 18, 2025, at 5:30 AM
Moonrise Time: January 17, 2025, at 9:08 PM
On the occasion of Sakat Chauth, the timing of the moonrise differs in various cities. In Rajasthan, the moon will rise at 9:08 PM on January 17, 2025.
Sakat Chauth is also known as Tilkut Chauth, as sesame seeds (til) are used in rituals and traditional dishes. It is believed that worshipping Lord Ganesha on this day helps remove problems and brings happiness and wealth. This day serves as an opportunity to thank God and seek blessings for couples struggling to conceive their first child.
Celebrate the festival of Sakat Chauth with the blessings of Lord Ganesha. This day brings joy and prosperity to life.
Sakat Chauth 2025, dedicated to Lord Ganesha, will be celebrated on January 17. Learn about moonrise timings in Rajasthan and the significance of Tilkut Chauth for prosperity and well-being. Spirituality Lifestyle News -Fashion Trends, Beauty Tips, Celebrity Party News, Relationship advice, Travel and Food Tips
