Sakat Chauth 2026 It is one of the most important Hindu fasts that is observed by mothers for the long life, good health and safety of their children. This holy fast dedicated to Lord Ganesha, the remover of obstacles, has deep spiritual significance.
According to the Drik Panchang, the fast is considered incomplete without reading or listening to the Sakat Chauth Vrat Katha, as it completes the ritual and ensures divine blessings. In 2026, Sakat Chauth will be celebrated on January 6 and devotees across the country will perform special pujas and rituals with devotion and faith.
Sakat Chauth 2026 date
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According to Drik Panchang,
date: 06 January 2026 (Tuesday)
Moonrise time: 08:55 pm
Chaturthi date starts: 06 January 2026 at 08:01 am
Chaturthi date ends: 07 January 2026 at 06:52 am
Sakat Chauth 2026 significance
According to the Drik Panchang, in Hinduism, the fast of Sakat Chauth is observed for the long life of children, good health and happiness as well as for the blissful marital life. In the year 2026, this holy fast is being celebrated on 6 January.
According to Drik Panchang, the spiritual benefit of any fast is considered complete only when the mythological story (Vrat katha) related to it is read or heard. Therefore, on the day of Sakat Chauth, devotees should read or listen to the Sakat Chauth fast story after worshiping Lord Ganesha, only then the fast is considered complete.
It is believed that mothers who listen to this sacred story get the blessings of Ganpati Bappa, who removes all obstacles and troubles from the lives of their children.
Sakat Chauth Vrat Katha (Story of Sakat Chauth 2026)
According to Drik Panchang, many stories related to Sakat Chauth are popular. One of the most famous stories is as follows:
Long time ago, there lived a potter in a city. Once, he set up a kiln to fire his pottery, but despite several attempts, the pots could not harden properly. Troubled, he approached the king for help. The king consulted learned priests, who said that “each time the furnace is lit, a child must be sacrificed to successfully cook the pots.”
After the king’s order the sacrifice started. One day, it was the turn of the only son of an old woman. The old woman was very poor and her son was her only support. That day was Sakat Chauth.
Before sending her son away, the old woman gave him a betel nut and sesame seeds, symbolizing Lord Ganesha, and said, “My child, remember Lord Ganesha, the remover of obstacles. He will protect you.”
The boy was placed inside the furnace and the fire was lit. The old lady worshiped Lord Ganesha with full faith the whole night. Next morning when the potter opened the kiln he was shocked. All the utensils were cooked well, but the old woman’s son was sitting inside – alive and safe. Not only this, the children who were sacrificed earlier were also brought back to life.
From that day, this auspicious occasion came to be known as Sakat Chauth and mothers started observing this fast to seek divine protection for their children.
Why is it important to read a story?
According to Drik Panchang, the meaning of the word Sakat is “to remove troubles”. It is believed that no matter how big the problem may be by reading or listening to Sakat Chauth Vrat Katha, Lord Ganesha protects the devotees who have unwavering faith in him. Along with removing the troubles, this fast is also considered to bring positivity, prosperity and happiness in life.
Sakat Chauth reminds the devotees of the power of faith and the blessings of Lord Ganesha, who protects his devotees from all kinds of troubles. It is believed that reading or listening to Sakat Chauth Vrat Katha on this day completes the fast and brings peace, prosperity and security in the lives of children. With true devotion and unwavering faith, devotees pray to Ganpati Bappa to remove obstacles and fill their homes with happiness and positivity.
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