On the Ashtami (eighth day) of the Krishna Paksha in the month of Kartik, people observe the Ahoi Ashtami fast. Mothers celebrate the Ahoi Mata fast on this day in hopes that their children may live long lives and be happy and prosperous. This fast, which is performed without water (Nirjala) and broken only after midnight by sacrificing water (Arghya) to the stars, is regarded as one of the most challenging fasts. Ahoi Ashtami falls in October this year.

In 2024, when is Ahoi Ashtami?
It is planned to observe Ahoi Ashtami on Thursday, October 24, 2024. Ahoi Aathe is another name for the day. Syaahi Mata is honored on this day in addition to Ahoi Mata.

Ahoi Ashtami 2024 Lucky Dates

Kartik Krishna Ashtami begins at 1:08 AM on October 24, 2024.

Kartik Krishna Ashtami concludes at 1:58 AM on October 25, 2024.

Worship Hours: October 24, from 5:42 to 6:59 p.m.

When to see the stars: October 24, at 6:06 p.m.

Present to the Moon: October 24, 11:55 p.m.

Ahoi Ashtami Rituals of Worship

Mothers who follow the fast for their children on Ahoi Ashtami should attend the temple to take the vow (Sankalp) of the fast after taking a shower and finishing their morning rituals before daybreak.

Present fruits and flowers, candles, and incense.

Present rice, milk, and roli (vermilion).

Known as “Syaau,” a silver Ahoi figure crafted by some groups is revered and thereafter worn as a pendant on a string adorned with two pearls.

Offer Ahoi Mata, Mata, and Sei (a god) seven blades of grass and halwa.

Say the aarti for Ahoi Mata to wrap up the ritual. Lastly, use a Karva or Kalash to present Arghya (water) to the moon or stars.