Ahoi Ashtami 2026: Date, Puja Muhurat, Vrat Vidhi and Significance

Ahoi Ashtami 2026

Ahoi Ashtami is an important Hindu festival celebrated by mothers for the long life, good health and happiness of their children. In 2026, Ahoi Ashtami will be observed on November 1, Sunday.

Puja Muhurat

Mothers worship Ahoi Mata during the evening hours on this day. The auspicious puja muhurat is expected to begin at 5:38 PM and end at 6:57 PM. Devotees perform the rituals during this period and pray for their childrens well-being.

Time to See the Stars

Women observing the Ahoi Ashtami fast traditionally offer Arghya to the stars before breaking their fast. In Ludhiana, the expected star-sighting time is around 6:03 PM. The actual visibility may depend on weather conditions.

How to Perform Puja?

Begin the day with an early morning bath and take a vow to observe the fast. In the evening, place an image of Ahoi Mata in the puja area. Light a diya, offer flowers, roli and rice, and listen to the Ahoi Ashtami Vrat Katha.

Items for Puja

Prepare all the essential puja items in advance. These include roli, rice, flowers, incense sticks, a diya, kalash, sweets and water. You can also arrange other items according to your familys traditional customs.

Why Is Ahoi Ashtami Celebrated?

Ahoi Ashtami is dedicated to the well-being and prosperity of children. According to religious beliefs, observing this fast and worshipping Ahoi Mata brings blessings and protection to children. Today, mothers observe this fast for both sons and daughters.

Break the Ahoi Ashtami Fast

Traditionally, women break their Ahoi Ashtami fast after sighting the stars and offering Arghya. However, some families follow the custom of breaking the fast after seeing the moon. In Ludhiana, the expected moonrise time is around 11:41 PM.