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Sakat Chauth 2026: Know Complete Puja Samagri List, Moonrise Time, Vrat Rituals, And More

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Sakat Chauth 2026: Sakat Chauth, one of the most spiritually powerful fasts of the Hindu calendar, will be observed on Tuesday, 6 January 2026. Celebrated in the Krishna Paksh of the month of Magh, this sacred day is dedicated to Lord Ganesh, the remover of obstacles. Mothers across India observe a strict vrat on this day, praying for the health, protection and long life of their children.

Also known as Tilkuta Chauth, Vakra-Tundi Chaturthi and Maghi Chauth, this fast holds deep emotional and spiritual value in Hindu households. According to the Panchang, the Chaturthi Tithi will begin at 8:01 am on 6 January and conclude at 6:53 am on 7 January, with moonrise at 8:54 pm, after which devotees break their fast.

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Why Sakat Chauth Is Considered The Greatest Chaturthi

Among all Chaturthi fasts of the year, Sakat Chauth is regarded as the most powerful. The vrat is believed to create a divine shield of protection around children and removes negative influences from family life. Worshipping Lord Ganesha on this night strengthens fortune, stability and harmony within the household.

Complete Puja Samagri List For Sakat Chauth 2026

A Sakat Chauth puja is considered incomplete without these essential items:

Ganga Jal
Betel leaves and betel nuts
Janeu
Flowers and garlands
Cloves
Puja mat and wooden platform
Til ke laddoo
Fruits
Kalash
Diya and ghee
Durva grass
Modak
Idol or picture of Lord Ganesh
Milk
Vrat Katha book
Roli and Haldi

Ensuring the presence of these sacred items is believed to invite divine blessings and fulfil the purpose of the vrat.

Importance Of Charity On Sakat Chauth

Charity plays a vital role on this auspicious day. Donating ghee, jaggery, warm clothes, copper vessels, sesame seeds and food grains is said to enhance the spiritual benefits of the vrat and attract lifelong prosperity.

Vrat Rituals And Moon Offering

Mothers observe a day-long fast and break it only after offering Arghya to the moon at night. It is believed that sincere devotion on Sakat Chauth ensures that Lord Ganesha personally safeguards the devotee’s children from all misfortunes and obstacles.

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