Sakat Chauth Fast 2026: Sakat Chauth fast will be observed on 06 January. According to the Hindu calendar, Sakat Chauth fast is observed every year on the Chaturthi of Krishna Paksha of Magh month. It is known as Sankat Chauth or Tilkuta Chauth.
According to Hindu folk belief, this fast is mainly observed by mothers for the long life, good health of their children and to remove the obstacles coming in their life.
Sakat Chauth is dedicated to Lord Ganesha, but any puja is considered incomplete without the full blessings of Shiva family. In such a situation, on this day, along with Lord Ganesha, offer some special things to Shivling. By doing this all problems to children go away.
Offering pure raw milk to Shivalinga on the day of Sakat Chauth is considered very auspicious. Milk is associated with the Moon and mind, which provides mental peace and fulfills the wish of happiness of children.
Offering honey on Shivalinga brings sweetness in married life. It is believed that due to this the obstacles in conceiving a child gradually begin to go away.
Offering Akshat (white rice) to Shivalinga during puja brings stability in life. This remedy is considered helpful in reducing the stress and uncertainty associated with having children.
Lord Shiva is very fond of Belpatra. By offering Belpatra with three leaves on Shivling on the day of Sakat Chauth, it is believed that the wishes will be fulfilled soon, especially the wishes to the happiness of children.
At the end of the puja, the puja is considered complete by offering Ganga water on Shivling. it negative energy Removes negative energy and brings positivity in the home.
It is considered auspicious to worship Shivlinga on the day of Sakat Chauth after morning bath or before moon darshan. Chant the mantra “Om Namah Shivay” during the puja and at the end pray to Lord Ganesha for the happiness of children.
Perform puja with full devotion and cleanliness
Do not offer Ketaki flower on Shivalinga.
According to religious beliefs, Sakat Chauth Worshiping Shivling as per rituals on this day reduces the difficulties to children and maintains happiness and peace in the family.
