Sankatahara Chaturthi (or Sankashti Chaturthi) is a monthly auspicious day dedicated to Lord Ganesha, observed on the fourth day of the waning moon (Krishna Paksha) to remove obstacles and difficulties.
Guru (Jupiter) moves from Mithuna Raasi (Gemini), entering its exalted sign Karkataka Raasi (Cancer) after 12 years, indicating massive financial growth, prosperity, and career success.
This year Shani Jayanti 2026 is on a Shanichari Amavasya - a new moon Saturday - after 13 years. The significance of this event falling on such a day makes any sadhanas undertaken during this period additionally impactful.
