
Notes: All timings are represented in 12-hour notation in local time of Lancaster, United States with DST adjustment (if applicable).
Hours which are past midnight are suffixed with next day date. In Panchang day starts and ends with sunrise.
Shravana Shukla Chaturthi Vrat is considered extremely auspicious and highly rewarding. This Vrat is primarily dedicated to the worship of Lord Ganesha. The Chaturthi Tithi is especially dear to Lord Ganesha, and the month of Shravana holds great importance for divine worship; therefore, performing Ganesha Puja on this day brings extraordinary results. This Vrat is particularly beneficial for those facing challenges related to education, career, marriage, children or health. It is believed to grant progress in all directions and freedom from all types of obstacles. On this day, devotees worship Lord Ganesha with devotion during the Madhyahna Kala to obtain His divine blessings.
Ganesha Purana, Skanda Purana, Mudgala Purana and Narada Purana extensively describe the greatness of Lord Ganesha's worship. These scriptures state that observing the Vrat on the Shravana Shukla Chaturthi removes all obstacles and ensures success in one's undertakings. Specifically, the Uttara Khanda of the Ganesha Purana mentions that those who observe the Chaturthi Vrat are blessed by Lord Ganesha with long life, good health, wisdom, knowledge and prosperity.
A simple method of fasting on the day of Shravana Shukla Chaturthi has been described. However, regional and family traditions may introduce slight variations.
According to the Mudgala Purana, observing the Chaturthi Vrat bestows happiness, wealth and progeny. The effects of this Vrat remove domestic conflicts, mental distress, financial problems and professional obstacles. Lord Ganesha, the remover of obstacles, blesses His devotees with inner strength, patience and determination to achieve their goals.