This is the authoritative 2026 Sankashti Chaturthi Calendar calculated for Columbus. Unlike generic calendars, this data is computed using Drik Siddhanta (Swiss Ephemeris) to ensure the Moonrise time is astronomically accurate for your specific location.
Astrologer Santhosh Kumar's Note
"In my 31 years of practice, I have often seen devotees confused by standard calendars that show a single Moonrise time for all of India. Please remember: The fast must only be broken after seeing the Moon *at your location*. For Columbus, the time varies by minutes compared to other cities. If the sky is cloudy, you may offer Arghya towards the East at the calculated time shown below."
— Santhosh Kumar Sharma Gollapelli
Angaraki Sankashti in 2026 for Columbus
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Sankashti Chaturthi Dates and Moonrise Timings 2026 (Columbus)
| Ganapati Names, Month | Date, Moonrise |
|---|---|
| PushyaLambodara Maha Ganapati 🔥 Angaraki Special | 🌙 09:21 PM |
| MaghaDwijapriya Maha Ganapati | 🌙 09:15 PM |
| PhalgunaBhalachandra Maha Ganapati | 🌙 10:09 PM |
| ChaitraVikata Maha Ganapati | 🌙 12:00 AM |
| VaishakhaChakra Raja Ekadanta Ganapati | 🌙 11:53 PM |
| AdhikaJyeshtha Krishna Pingala Maha Ganapati | 🌙 12:00 AM |
| JyeshthaKrishna Pingala Maha Ganapati | 🌙 11:29 PM |
| AshadhaGajaanana Ganapati | 🌙 10:18 PM |
| ShravanaHeramba Maha Ganapati | 🌙 09:34 PM |
| BhadrapadaVignaraja Maha Ganapati 🔥 Angaraki Special | 🌙 08:40 PM |
| AshwayujaVakratunda Maha Ganapati | 🌙 08:10 PM |
| KartikaGanadhipa Maha Ganapati | 🌙 08:23 PM |
| MargashiraAkuratha Maha Ganapati | 🌙 08:35 PM |
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Understanding Sankashti Terminology
Common terms used in the Vrat Vidhi explained:
| Vedic Term | Meaning & Significance |
|---|---|
| Sankata Hara | Literal translation: "Remover of Difficulties." It is believed that observing this fast reduces the karma that causes obstacles. |
| Chandrodaya (Moonrise) | The precise moment the Moon appears on the horizon. In this Vrat, water (Arghya) is offered only after this time. |
| Angarki Chaturthi | When the 4th lunar day (Chaturthi) falls on a Tuesday (Angaraka/Mars). This is considered the most powerful day for removing debts and health issues. |
| Arghya | A ritual offering of water, sandalwood paste, and flowers to the Moon God, seeking peace for the mind (as Moon rules the Mind). |
How to Observe the Fast (Vidhi)
Devotees observe this fast with great dedication. Here is the traditional procedure:
- Morning Sankalp: Wake up during Brahma Muhurta, take a bath, and mentally vow to observe the fast.
- Fasting Rules: You may observe Nirjala (no water) or Phalahar (fruits/milk) depending on your health.
- Evening Puja: After sunset, clean the altar and worship Lord Ganesha with Durva grass and red flowers.
- Moon Worship: At the Moonrise time shown above, offer Arghya to the Moon and break the fast with Modak prasad.
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on Tuesday, 6 January 2026 (Moonrise: 09:21 PM)
on Tuesday, 29 September 2026 (Moonrise: 08:40 PM)
Verification: Calculated using Swiss Ephemeris algorithms. Verified by Santhosh Kumar Sharma Gollapelli.
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