Dwijapriya Sankashti Chaturthi on Thursday, February 5, 2026
Dwijapriya Sankashti Chaturthi will be observed on Thursday, February 5, 2026, an auspicious day dedicated to Lord Ganesha, the remover of obstacles and the giver of wisdom. Devotees across India observe a strict fast on this day and break it only after the sacred moonrise, seeking relief from difficulties and blessings for prosperity.
Sankashti Chaturthi falling on a Thursday holds special spiritual significance, as both the day and the deity are associated with knowledge, discipline, and divine grace.
Dwijapriya Sankashti Chaturthi 2026: Date and Time
- Festival Name: Dwijapriya Sankashti Chaturthi
- Day: Thursday
- Date: 5 February 2026
- Moonrise Time: 09:35 PM
- Chaturthi Tithi Begins: 12:09 AM on February 5, 2026
- Chaturthi Tithi Ends: 12:22 AM on February 6, 2026
Devotees perform Ganesh puja during the evening and conclude the fast after sighting the moon at the prescribed time.
Significance of Dwijapriya Sankashti Chaturthi
The word Sankashti means “deliverance from troubles.” Observing this vrat is believed to remove mental stress, financial obstacles, health issues, and delays in important life matters.
“Dwijapriya” is one of the revered names of Lord Ganesha, symbolizing his divine wisdom and his love for sincerity and devotion. Worship on this day is especially beneficial for students, professionals, and families seeking harmony and success.
Sankashti Chaturthi Vrat Rituals
- Devotees observe a day-long fast, consuming food only after moonrise
- Lord Ganesha is worshipped in the evening with flowers, durva grass, and modak
- Sankashti Chaturthi vrat katha is recited or heard
- The fast is broken after moon darshan at 09:35 PM
Dwijapriya Sankashti Chaturthi Wishes
- May Lord Ganesha remove all obstacles from your life and bless you with wisdom and peace.
- On this sacred Sankashti Chaturthi, may Bappa fill your home with positivity and success.
- May every difficulty fade away with the blessings of Lord Ganesha on this auspicious day.
Sankashti Chaturthi Quotes
“Faith in Lord Ganesha turns obstacles into stepping stones.”
“When devotion is true, even the toughest paths become smooth.”
“Sankashti Chaturthi reminds us that patience and faith always lead to divine solutions.”
Short Captions for Social Media & Website Use
- Blessings begin after moonrise 🌙
- Sankashti Chaturthi: Faith over fear
- Obstacle remover, hope giver
- A night of devotion, a life of blessings
- Ganpati Bappa’s grace never fails
Spiritual Message of the Day
Dwijapriya Sankashti Chaturthi teaches us that hardships are temporary, but faith and perseverance bring lasting peace. Waiting for the moon before breaking the fast symbolizes patience, discipline, and trust in divine timing.
