Avighnakar Chaturthi is dedicated to Ganesha and is observed
on the Shukla Paksha Chaturthi in Phalgun month – fourth day during the waxing
phase of moon in Phalguna month. Avighnakar Chaturthi 2024 date is March 13.
It is highly auspicious when the day falls on Tuesday. Then there is Angarak Yog. Tuesday is the day dedicated to Ganesha.
It is highly auspicious when the day falls on Tuesday. Then there is Angarak Yog. Tuesday is the day dedicated to Ganesha.
The popular belief is that prayers offered on the day will
help in removing all sorts of obstacles. The vrat offered on the day is highly
meritorious. For vrat devotees wake up before sunrise and perform bath. Then
they offer prayers to Ganesha. Only simple vegetarian food is eaten on the day.
Food is also donated on the day to hungry or poor.
The Vrat ends with the sighting of the moon.