The Chaturthi date of Krishna Paksha of Magh month is known as SakatChaturthi. It is also called SakatChauth. There is a tradition of worshipping Shri Ganesha on this day. In such a situation, let us know from Astrologer Radhakant Vats when SakatChauth falls this year, what its auspicious time and why the fast of SakatChauth is observed.
When is SakatChauth 2024? (When is SakatChauth?)
According to the Hindu calendar, ChaturthiTithi of Krishna Paksha of Magha month will begin at 6:10 am on 29 January, Monday. At the same time, it will end at 8:54 am on Tuesday, January 30.
Although in Hindu religion and Sanatan tradition, any festival or fast is observed according to UdayaTithi, due to the shorter time of the date, this year the fast of SakatChauth will be observed on 29 January. There is a tradition of worshipping Ganesh on this day.
Auspicious time of SakatChauth
On SakatChauth i.e. 29th January, Amrit Yoga will be from 7.11 am to 8.32 am. At the same time, Uttam Yoga will be from 9.43 am to 11.14 am. Both these times are auspicious for worship.
Apart from this, the time for puja is 4:37 pm to 7:37 pm. It will be auspicious to worship the Moon and worship the Peepal tree in this Muhurta. By worshipping the Moon, the mind will be stable and peace will be established in the house.
Importance of SakatChauth
SakatChauth is also called TilkutChaturthi. On this day, all mothers worship Lord Ganesha and wish for the safety and bright future of their children. Worship of SakatChauth also leads to the birth of a bright child.
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