Ganadhipa Sankashti Chaturthi is an auspicious Hindu festival dedicated to Lord Ganesha, who is revered as the remover of obstacles and the god of wisdom and prosperity. The day of Ganadhipa Sankashti Chaturthi falls on the fourth day of the waning moon, i.e., Krishna Paksha, in the Hindu month of Margashirsha. As per the Amanta Hindu calendar, Krishna Paksha Chaturthi of Kartika mont,h i.e., Purnimanta Margashirsha month, is celebrated as the day of Ganadhipa Sankashti. This year, Ganadhipa Sankashti Chaturthi 2025 falls on Saturday, November 8.

Sankashti falls twice a month, during Krishna Paksha and Shukla Paksha. Each Chaturthi has its own name and this month. All the Sankashtis are observed with a fast and prayers to seek the blessings of Lord Ganesha for overcoming obstacles, gaining wisdom, and prosperity. Scroll down to know more about Ganadhipa Sankashti Chaturthi 2025 date, shubh muhurat, moonrise timings and significance of the sacred Hindu occasion. Ganadhipa Sankashti Chaturthi Wishes: Send Messages, Greetings, Quotes, Ganpati Bappa Images and HD Wallpapers To Celebrate the Day Dedicated to Lord Ganesha.

Ganadhipa Sankashti Chaturthi 2025 Date

Ganadhipa Sankashti Chaturthi 2025 falls on Saturday, November 8.

Ganadhipa Sankashti Chaturthi 2025 Moonrise Timing and Shubh Muhurat

  • The moonrise on Ganadhipa Sankashti Chaturthi Day will be at 19:51 PM.

  • The Chaturthi tithi begins at 07:32 on November 08, 2025 and will end at 4:25 am on November 9

Ganadhipa Sankashti Chaturthi Vrat Katha

According to the Ganadhipa Sankashti Katha, Lord Hanumana observed this fast after being instructed by Pakshiraja Sampati, who was blessed with a divine vision. He informed Sugriva about Ravana's kingdom across the ocean and said that among all his soldiers, only Hanuman had the power to cross the ocean. However, when Hanuman wondered how he could achieve the task, Sampati asked him to observe the Sankashti Chaturthi Vrat. It was due to the influence of this virtuous fast that Lord Hanumana crossed the vast ocean.

According to legends, by worshipping Lord Ganesha with full devotion and fasting on the day of Ganadhipa Sankashti, even the most unlikely wishes are fulfilled. A one-day fast is observed on the day of Ganadhipa Sankashti. Sankashti Chaturthi Images and HD Wallpapers for Free Download Online: WhatsApp Messages, Quotes, Wishes, Greetings and Lord Ganpati SMS You Can Share.

Ganadhipa Sankashti Chaturthi Significance

Ganadhipa Sankashti Chaturthi holds great significance is believed to bring relief from difficulties and fulfilment of desires. It is said that sincere observance of this vrat (vow) helps devotees overcome challenges and receive Lord Ganesha’s blessings for wisdom, success, and inner peace. On this day, the Ganadhipa form of Lord Ganesha, which means the ruler of Ganas or the lord of Ganas, is worshipped with great devotion.

Devotees observe a strict fast from sunrise to moonrise and worship Lord Ganesha with prayers, chants, and offerings of modaks, durva grass, and fresh flowers. The fast is broken only after sighting the moon and performing the evening puja, which includes reading or listening to the Sankashti Vrat Katha.

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