Krishna Pingala Sankashti Chaturthi 2026: Krishna Pingala Sankashti Chaturthi is considered an important fast dedicated to Lord Ganesha. According to the Hindu calendar, there are two Chaturthi dates every month in which the Chaturthi of Krishna Paksha is called Sankashti Chaturthi. This fast is considered to remove troubles and bring happiness and prosperity in life.
date, time and moment
In the year 2026, Krishna Pingla Sankashti Chaturthi will be celebrated on Friday, July 3. Moonrise on this day will happen at 10 pm. Chaturthi Tithi will last till 11:20 am on July 3 and will end on July 4 at 12:39 pm.
Lord Ganesha comes to earth
According to religious beliefs, this fast is considered especially important for the worship of Krishna Pingala form of Lord Ganesha. It is said that on this day Ganapati himself is present on earth to relieve the sufferings of his devotees.
Celebrated with great pomp at these places
In many states of India like Maharashtra, Gujarat, Karnataka, Telangana and Andhra Pradesh, this fast is observed with special devotion. In North India it is known as Ashadh month.
fasting rules and remedies
It is believed that observing fast on Sankashti Chaturthi removes all obstacles in life. Lord Ganesha takes away all the troubles of his devotees and blesses them with happiness, prosperity and success.
On this day devotees wake up early in the morning, take bath and worship Lord Ganesha. The idol of Lord Ganesha is decorated with Durva grass and flowers. Ganesh mantras are chanted by lighting the lamp.
Many devotees consume fruits and milk during the fast. The puja is concluded after moon darshan in the evening. Offering Arghya to the Moon is considered the most important part of this fast.
Modak is offered to Lord Ganesha which is considered his favorite prasad. After this Aarti is performed and Prasad is distributed among all the devotees.
Overall, the fast of Krishna Pingla Sankashti Chaturthi is considered a very auspicious occasion to overcome all the obstacles in life and attain happiness and prosperity.
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