Ekadanta Sankashti Chaturthi is an important day which is dedicated to Lord Ganesha. This auspicious day is celebrated on the Chaturthi Tithi of Krishna Paksha of Jyeshtha month. It is believed that worshipping Lord Ganesha on this day removes all obstacles and trouble in devotees' lives. On this festival, devotees worship Lord Ganesha's Ekadanta form.
This is a monthly festival that is observed on the fourth day of the Krishna Paksha (dark fortnight) of the lunar month. This festival is celebrated in Maharashtra, Madhya Pradesh, Karnataka, Odisha, Tamil Nadu, Goa and Andhra Pradesh.
About Ekadanta Sankashti Chaturthi
Lord Ganesha is regarded as Vighnharta, and it's said that worshipping Vighnharta removes all the sufferings of the devotees. Before starting new work or business, Lord Ganesha must be worshipped for good luck and his blessings. Sankashti in Sanskrit means deliverance and refers to redemption from hurdles, problems and agonies in life. Lord Ganesha worshipped on this day is Chanakra Raja Ekadanta Maha Ganpati.
Date and timings of Sankashti Chaturthi
Ekdanta Sankashti Chaturthi 2025 falls on May 16, 2025 (Friday).
Chaturthi tithi Begins - 04:02 AM on May 16, 2025
Chaturthi tithi Ends - 05:13 AM on May 17, 2025
Moonrise on Sankashti Day - 10:31 PM
Rituals and Significance of Ekdanta Sankashti Chaturthi
Each Sankashti Chaturthi is associated with a specific Vrata Katha, which explains the significance of that particular fasting day. The Vrata Katha for Ekdanta Sankashti Chaturthi is unique and links especifically to the Ekdanta form of Ganesha.
On Ekdanta Sankashti Chaturthi, devotees should recite the Sankashti Vrat Katha. On this auspicious day, devotees should wake up early in the morning and take a bath before Sunrise. Wear neat and clean clothes and visit Lord Ganesha's temples to seek the deity's blessing.
