August 12, 2025

Chaturthi is a big religious day in Hinduism, dedicated entirely to Lord Ganesha — the remover of obstacles and the god of new beginnings. Every year, there are 24 Chaturthi days! Two of them fall every month during Shukla Paksha and Krishna Paksha. Each has its own story and special name. This month, August 12, 2025, we celebrate Sankashti Chaturthi, specifically Heramba Sankashti, which is very sacred and meaningful. Let's spice up your day with the timings first! The Chaturthi Tithi (the holy date) begins at 8:40 AM on August 12 and ends the next morning at 6:35 AM. And guess what? The moon, which is very important for this festival, will rise at 8:59 PM on the same day. Why is this day so special? Hindu scriptures say Sankashti Chaturthi is dedicated to Lord Ganesha, Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati’s son. Known as the first god to be worshipped, Lord Ganesha is loved deeply by millions. On this day, devotees keep a tight fast from sunrise to sunset and pray with full faith, believing he will remove all problems and obstacles in life. The key to unlocking his blessings is faith — pure, honest thoughts and strong belief. So, what should you do to celebrate? Here’s the sizzling ritual list: 1. Start early! Clean your house and especially the puja room to make the atmosphere holy. 2. Take a fresh bath and dress in clean clothes to prepare for the worship. 3. Place the idol of Lord Ganesha on a wooden plank and light a lamp filled with pure desi cow ghee right in front of him. 4. Spread akshat (raw rice) around, place a kalash filled with water near the idol, and offer sweets like modaks or laddoos. Don’t forget to decorate the idol with a yellow flower garland. 5. Offer bananas, sweet paan, and the sacred durva grass, which holds a special place in Lord Ganesha’s heart. 6. Chant special mantras to invoke the Lord and seek his blessings. 7. Recite the Bindayak Katha, a story connected to Ganpati. 8. In the evening, sing the Ganesh Aarti with devotion. 9. Offer water to the moon god as the final step of fasting rituals. 10. Break your fast only after offering bhog prasad to Ganapati and share it joyously with your family! Don’t forget these powerful mantras to add extra punch to your prayers: - "Om Shree Ganeshaye Namah..!!" - "Om Gan Ganpataye Namah..!!" - "Om Vakratunda Mahakaye Suryakoti Samaprabha, Nirvighnam Kurumaye Dev Sarva Karyeshu Sarvada..!!" Celebrate Heramba Sankashti Chaturthi 2025 with full faith and devotion. It is the perfect time to seek Lord Ganesha’s blessings and clear all hurdles in your life. Are you ready to welcome success, happiness, and peace? Then start your preparations and fast with a pure heart today!

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