Ahoi Ashtami 2024: Every year women observe the fast of Ahoi Ashtami for the long life and happy life of their children. This fast is also one of the most difficult fasts. This fast is observed on the Ashtami date of Krishna Paksha of Kartik month. According to the Drik Panchang, this year Ahoi Ashtami fast will be observed on 24 October 2024. On this day, women fast for the whole day without consuming food and water. In the Ahoi Ashtami fast, Syahi Mata and Ahoi Mata are worshiped. People break the fast only after seeing the stars in the evening and offering Arghya. Evening rituals often include lighting lamps and performing aarti.
24th Or 25th October, When To Observe Ahoi Ashtami Vrat?
When to observe: 24th October 2024
Ashtami Tithi:
- Begins: 01:18 AM on 24th October 2024
- Ends: 01:58 AM on 25th October 2024
Shubh Muhurat for Ahoi Puja
- From: 05:43 PM to 06:59 PM on 24th October 2024
- Evening time for star sighting: Around 06:07 PM as per the Panchang
Rituals and Traditions of Ahoi Ashtami
- Prayers and Mantras
- Strict Fasting
Offering to Ahoi Mata
Puja Items: Women prepare a special puja thali with various items. These include:
- A clay idol or picture of Ahoi Mata
- Rice, wheat, and other grains
- Fruits and sweets
- Ghee lamp
- Incense sticks
- Flowers
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Significance of the Puja Items
| Puja Item | Importance |
| Grains | Plenty and good fortune for the family |
| Fruits and Sweets | Happiness and delight in life |
| Ghee Lamp | Guiding life’s journey and removing obstacles |
| Incense Sticks | Cleansing the environment and making it holy |
| Flowers | Showing love, loyalty, and thankfulness |
