Bhalachandra Sankashti Chaturthi is March 17, 2025

Bhalachandra Sankashti Chaturthi will be celebrated on March 17, 2025. This Hindu festival honors Lord Ganesha, focusing on fasting, prayers, and rituals to seek blessings for overcoming obstacles. The festival is especially significant in Maharashtra and Karnataka. The Chaturthi Tithi begins at 7:33 PM on March 17 and ends at 10:09 PM on March 18. The moon will rise at 9:17 PM on March 17. Devotees fast from sunrise until moonrise, breaking their fast upon sighting the moon. During the festival, special prayers and offerings, including modaks, are made to Lord Ganesha. The day emphasizes spiritual reflection, meditation, and seeking divine blessings for personal growth and success.