Vikat Sankashti Chaturthi: Do you know the secret of Sankashti Chaturthi? Worship Lord Ganesha like this, every crisis will go away

Sankashti Chaturthi, the holy festival which removes troubles and brings happiness and peace in life, is being celebrated today with full devotion. In the year 2026, this special day is falling on 5th April, which is known as Vikat Sankashti Chaturthi. This day is especially dedicated to the worship of Lord Ganesha. It is believed that by observing this fast with a true heart, even the biggest troubles of life go away and wishes are fulfilled. The importance of this fast has been explained in great detail in religious texts.

Many stories about this are found in Ganesh Purana and Mudgal Purana. According to a famous story, when there was a discussion between Lord Shiva and Mother Parvati about superiority, Lord Ganesha in his wisdom went around his parents and proved that for him, parents were the whole world. For this reason he got the honor of being the first revered person. According to another belief, Krishna advised Yudhishthir to observe this fast to get out of difficult situations. Since then this fast is considered an effective way to get relief from troubles.

Method of fasting and method of worship

Devotees observing fast on the day of Sankashti Chaturthi keep fast from morning till the rising of the moon. Lord Ganesha is especially worshiped on this day. Offering Durva, red flowers and modak in puja is considered auspicious, because all these things are dear to Lord Ganesha. After seeing the moon in the evening, Arghya is offered to it and only then the fast is broken. During this time, sitting peacefully and chanting Ganesh mantras or reciting Ganesh Atharvashirsha is considered very beneficial. Along with this, doing charity is also considered auspicious, due to which positive energy remains in the house.

Message of happiness and balance in life

This fast is not limited only to religious tradition, but it also gives the message of giving right direction to life. Sankashti Chaturthi teaches us how important it is to maintain patience and take wise decisions in difficult times. Maintaining love and respect in the family is also a special lesson of this festival. Just as Lord Ganesha respected his parents, in the same way we should also be dedicated towards our family.

Positive impact in family and society

The purpose of this fast is not only personal gain, but also the prosperity and progress of the entire family. It is believed that by worshiping on this day, the problems going on in the house gradually start ending. There is sweetness in mutual relationships and family members come closer to each other.