Topic: vrish-lagna

Payovrata typically begins on the Phalguna Shukla Pratipada (the first day of the bright half of Phalguna month) and ends on Dwadashi (12th day). Preparation begins on Amavasya.

Today, the Krishna Paksha Chaturdashi Tithi remains active until 05:07 PM. After this time, the highly significant Ashadha Amavasya begins, which is an essential period for offering prayers to ancestors (Pitri Tर्पण) and restoring spiritual balance.

"Bhal" means forehead and "Chandra" means moon. Lord Ganesha is called Bhalchandra because He wears a crescent moon on His forehead. Worshipping this specific form creates a perfect balance between Intellect (Ganesha) and Mind/Emotions (Moon).

Sant Eknath Shashthi will be celebrated on Monday, March 9, 2026. It falls on the Phalguna Vadya Shashthi according to the traditional Hindu calendar.