After the grand celebrations of Ganesh Chaturthi and Visarjan, devotees eagerly await the first major vrat dedicated to Lord Ganesha — the Vighnaraja Sankashti Chaturthi. In 2025, this auspicious day falls on Wednesday, 10 september 2025, making it a spiritually significant occasion for millions of devotees.
Date & Puja Timings of Vighnaraja Sankashti Chaturthi 2025
According to the Hindu Panchang, the timings for this vrat are as follows:
- Chaturthi Tithi Begins: 10 september, 3:37 PM
- Chaturthi Tithi Ends: 11 september, 12:45 PM
- Morning Muhurat: 6:04 AM – 7:37 AM, 7:37 AM – 9:11 AM
- Evening Muhurat: 4:58 PM – 6:32 PM
- Moonrise Time (For Vrat Completion): 8:06 PM
Devotees should break their fast only after sighting the Chandrodaya Moon and offering arghya along with Ganesh puja.
Significance of Vighnaraja Sankashti Chaturthi
- First Vrat After Ganesh Visarjan – This Sankashti comes right after the immersion of Lord Ganesha, marking it as a continuation of devotion and remembrance of Bappa.
- “Vighnaraja” – The Remover of Obstacles – The name itself reflects Lord Ganesha’s role as the destroyer of hurdles, bringing peace and positivity into devotees’ lives.
- Spiritual Purification – Fasting on this day is believed to cleanse the mind and body, aligning devotees with divine energy.
- Strengthens Devotion – Observing this vrat deepens one’s faith in Lord Ganesha and invokes his blessings for protection and prosperity.
Benefits of Observing Sankashti Chaturthi Vrat
Removes Obstacles: Worshipping Lord Ganesha ensures freedom from troubles and hurdles in personal and professional life.
Peace & Prosperity: The vrat attracts harmony, mental peace, and abundance.
Health & Longevity: Devotees believe it blesses them with good health and vitality.
Fertility & Family Harmony: Considered especially auspicious for couples seeking children and for maintaining happiness within the household.
Financial Growth: This vrat is said to clear debts and attract financial stability.
Positive Energy: Performing puja with devotion helps eliminate negativity and fills life with divine grace.
How Devotees Observe This Day
- Fasting from sunrise to moonrise.
- Offering Durva grass, Modaks, and red Flowers to Lord Ganesha.
- Reading or listening to the Sankashti Chaturthi Vrat Katha.
- Chanting “Om Gan Ganapataye Namah” and other Ganesha mantras.
- Breaking the fast only after moonrise darshan and offering arghya.
In essence, Vighnaraja Sankashti Chaturthi 2025 is not just a vrat but a heartfelt connection between devotees and Lord Ganesha. It symbolizes faith, discipline, and the eternal prayer for a life free from obstacles.
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