2013 Sakat Chauth
Krishna Paksha Chaturthi is dedicated to Lord Ganesha and devotees observe
Sankashti Chaturthi fasting on each Krishna Paksha Chaturthi. However Krishna Paksha Chaturthi during month of Magh is also observed as
Sakat Chauth and it is observed mainly in North Indian states. Sakat Chauth is dedicated to Goddess Sakat and women observe fasting on the very same day for well-being of their sons. The
legend of Sakat Chauth describes compassionate nature of
Goddess Sakat.
There is Sakat village in Rajasthan and it has temple dedicated to Goddess Sankat. The deity is famous as
Sankat Chauth Mata. This temple is about 60 K.M. from Alwar and 150 K.M. from Jaipur, the state capital of Rajasthan. One can visit
Sakat Mata Temple to get more information on Sakat Goddess.
On
Sakat Chauth Lord Ganesha is also worshipped. Worshipping Lord Ganesha on this day brings happiness and prosperity.
Sakat Chauth is also known as
Sankat Chauth,
Til-Kuta Chauth,
Vakra-Tundi Chaturthi and
Maghi Chauth.
