Why we celebrate
Sakat Chauth is a fast observed by women for the welfare of their children, worshipping Goddess Sakat and the Moon.
North India regional tradition
Festival Profile
Sakat Chauth
Women fast for their children's welfare, worshipping Goddess Sakat and the Moon.
Sakat Chauth is a fast observed by women for the welfare of their children, worshipping Goddess Sakat and the Moon.
When
Sakat Chauth falls on the fourth day (Chaturthi) of the dark fortnight of Magha (January-February).
Since when it is followed
The Sakat Chauth fast is an ancient North Indian tradition.
North India regional tradition
Who celebrates / for whom
Observed by mothers in North India for their children's well-being.
Origin
The origin is the fast of mothers for their children, honouring the goddess Sakat (Ganesha's consort in some traditions).
North India regional tradition
Key deities
Goddess Sakat and the Moon God.
How to celebrate
Mothers fast, perform the Sakat puja, and break the fast after seeing the moon in the evening.
Rituals & offerings
Sakat puja, fasting, and the offering of sweets and fruits.
Key facts
Sakat Chauth is also known as Sankashti Chaturthi in the Krishna tradition.
Regional tradition