This Sankashti is dedicated to Lord Vighnaraja Ganesha, who is revered as the remover of obstacles and the harbinger of success. Worshipping Lord Vighnaraja on this day is believed to bring peace, prosperity, and fulfillment of desires. This year it will be observed on Wednesday, 10 September. As per the Hindu Panchang, this vrat falls on Krishna Paksha Chaturthi of Bhadrapada month (Purnimanta Ashwina). Devotees observe a strict fast and worship Lord Vighnaraja, the seventh form of Lord Ganesha.
Vighnaraja Sankashti Chaturthi 2025 Date and Time
| Event | Date and Time |
| Chaturthi Tithi Begins | 03:37 PM, Sep 10 |
| Chaturthi Tithi Ends | 12:45 PM, Sep 11 |
| Moonrise on Sankashti Day | 08:29 PM |
| Vighnaraja Sankashti Chaturthi | Wednesday, Sep 10 |
Moonrise time is especially important, as devotees break their Sankashti fast after sighting the moon and offering prayers to Lord Ganesha.
According to the Mudgal Purana, Lord Ganesha manifested as Vighnaraja to defeat demons like Vighnasura and Mamtasura, symbolizing victory over difficulties and negativity.
Vighnaraja Sankashti Puja Vidhi
- Devotees wake up early, take a holy bath, and pledge to observe the Sankashti vrat.
- An idol or picture of Lord Vighnaraja is worshipped with flowers, durva grass, incense, and sweets (especially modaks).
- Devotees observe a strict fast, consuming only fruits, milk, and vrat-friendly food until moonrise.
- The vrat is completed after sighting the moon at 8:29 PM, followed by offering Arghya (water) and prayers to Chandra Dev and Lord Ganesha.
According to Hindu legends, Lord Ganesha once appeared to destroy Vighnasura, a demon who troubled the gods and sages. Realizing Lord Ganesha’s supreme power, Vighnasura surrendered and asked for forgiveness. He requested that his name be forever associated with Ganesha. Accepting his wish, Lord Ganesha came to be known as Vighnaraja.
The Mudgal Purana also mentions that Lord Ganesha, in his Vighnaraja form, destroyed the demon Mamtasura. Another significant tale connects this vrat to the Dwapara Yuga, when Lord Krishna observed the fast on the advice of Sage Lomasha. By keeping the Vighnaraja Sankashti fast, Krishna defeated Banasura and rescued his grandson, Aniruddha.
Vighnaraja Sankashti Vrat Importance
- Removes obstacles and negative energies
- Brings success in work and life
- Ensures peace, prosperity, and family harmony
- Strengthens devotion towards Lord Ganesha
- Devotees believe that observing this vrat with faith ensures divine blessings and fulfills desires.
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