Ahoi Ashtami 2021: Date, Timings, Muhurat And Rituals
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Ahoi Ashtami: The day is known as Ahoi Ashtami as it falls on the "Ashtami" or the eighth day of the waning period of the Moon.
The season of festivals is far from over. After an exciting time of Navratri and Karwa Chauth, here comes another important day of fasting. Ahoi Ashtami is a very significant festival. The day is observed by mothers. The festival is more popular in north India. Traditionally, mothers fast through the day to ensure the good health and prosperity of their sons. Over the years, the rituals have been moulded and mothers, today, observe the day for both sons and daughters.
Date
Ahoi Ashtami is observed in the Hindu month of Karthik, which falls between September and October. The day is four days after Karwa Chauth and seven to eight days before Diwali. This year, it falls on October 28. The day is known as Ahoi Ashtami as it falls on the “Ashtami” or the eighth day of the waning period of the Moon.
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