Sakat Chauth 2023: Date, Puja Timing, Significance, and More

Sakat Chauth is a popular Hindu festival that is dedicated to Lord Ganesha. On this day, married Hindu women observe a fast and pray for a long life for their children.

Timing
The Sakat Chauth is usually held on the Chaturthi Tithi of Krishna Paksha in the month of Magha, which this year falls on January 10.


This year, it will begin on January 10 at 12.09 p.m. and end the next day, i.e., on January 11 at 2.31 p.m.

Sakat Chauth is mostly celebrated in northern India, where women refrain from eating anything from sunrise to moonrise. Wearing traditional attire, women pray to Lord Ganesha on this day and offer Till Koot to the deity.

Story and Significance of Sakat Chauth
As per Hindu mythology, there was a blind old woman in a village who used to live with her son and his wife. One day, Lord Ganesha appeared in front of her and promised to give her anything she wanted. Since the old lady was confused, Lord Ganesh suggested she consult with her son and his wife.

While the son suggested she ask for wealth, his wife asked the old woman to ask for a grandson. The old lady then consulted with her neighbors, who suggested she ask for eyesight. Confused, the old lady narrated everything to Lord Ganesh the next day. Lord Ganpati then granted all her wishes.

What to do on Sakat Chauth
On this day, people usually wake up early to take a bath. People then pray to Lord Ganesha and offer the deity yellow flowers, Durva grass, and Til Koot. Do not forget to light a diya with desi ghee, recite Sakat Chauth Katha, and chant mantra.

On this day, take a Satvik meal without onion or garlic. Women usually break their fast after sighting the stars.