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Monthly observance

Sankashti Chaturthi

संकष्टी चतुर्थी

The fourth day of the waning Moon, dedicated to Ganesha: pray in the evening and close at moonrise.

Next Sankashti Chaturthi · New DelhiThu, 29 Oct 2026 · tithi Thu 01:07 → Thu 22:10in 24 days

Why it matters

Sankashti Chaturthi falls on the fourth day of the waning Moon each month. Its name means 'deliverance from difficulty', and it is dedicated to Ganesha, who eases the path.

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The traditional observance is a day of light eating, Ganesha prayer in the evening and an offering of water to the Moon at moonrise, after which the fast is closed. When it falls on a Tuesday it is called Angaraki Sankashti and is especially valued.

It is a monthly invitation to begin again, with patience and a clearer way forward.

A fast is optional. Skip if pregnant, unwell, diabetic or on medication; a light sattvic meal is a complete observance too.

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Simple home ritual

You will need

  • A cup of water
  • Durva grass or a flower
  • A simple sweet

What can I do?

  1. 1

    Ganesha prayer and moonrise offering

    Sankashti: Ganesha at moonrise

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  2. 2

    Chant Om Gam Ganapataye Namaha

    Ganesh Mantra

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