Ahoi Ashtami: Who is Ahoi Mata? Learn about the date, auspicious time, and significance of Ahoi Ashtami..

When is Ahoi Ashtami? Every year, the Ahoi Ashtami fast is observed on the Ashtami Tithi (eighth day) of the Krishna Paksha (dark fortnight) of the month of Kartika. This fast falls four days after Karva Chauth and is considered very special for mothers. On this day, mothers observe a fast, praying for the long life, good health, and a bright future for their children. During the fast, women fast throughout the day and ritually worship Ahoi Mata.

On Ahoi Ashtami, the fast is broken in the evening. Before breaking the fast, mothers offer prayers to the stars and pray for the safety and well-being of their children. It is believed that observing a fast on this day ensures a happy, long, and healthy life for children. Observing this fast ensures happiness in the family and the safety of children.

Ahoi Ashtami 2025 Date

This year, Ahoi Ashtami falls on the Ashtami Tithi (eighth day) of the Krishna Paksha of the month of Kartika. This date will begin at 12:24 am on October 13, 2025, and end at 11:09 am on October 14, 2025. Accordingly, this year's Ahoi Ashtami fast will be observed on October 13.

Ahoi Ashtami 2025 Auspicious Time for Worship

According to the Drik Panchang, the auspicious time for Ahoi Ashtami worship this year will be from 5:53 pm to 7:08 pm. The time for offering prayers to the stars on this day is until 6:17 pm. The moonrise time is set at 11:20 pm. During this time, mothers worship Ahoi Mata and observe the fast.

Significance of Ahoi Ashtami Fast

By observing the Ahoi Ashtami fast, Ahoi Mata bestows long life, good health, and happiness and prosperity on their children. Religious belief holds that this fast is extremely beneficial not only for the well-being of children but also for the happiness and security of the family. Childless women can observe this fast and pray for the blessing of children. Observing this fast is considered difficult because it involves observing a waterless fast, but observing it properly bestows the Goddess's grace and blessings.

Who is Ahoi Mata?

Ahoi Mata is considered a form of Goddess Parvati. She is especially worshipped as a goddess who protects children and bestows long life. Religious belief holds that worshipping her creates yoga in women's horoscopes that alleviates problems related to infertility, miscarriage, untimely death of children, and evil offspring.

According to legend, Ahoi Mata is depicted as a porcupine (mongoose). It is said that in ancient times, a woman, who was the mother of two sons, accidentally killed porcupine pups while digging in the forest. Afterward, the woman begged the Goddess for forgiveness. Pleased with her penance, the goddess blesses her, promising her safety. Since then, mothers have worshipped Ahoi Mata and prayed for their children's long life and well-being.

Ahoi Ashtami Puja Method

Ahoi: Take a bath in the morning and wear clean clothes.
Clean a wall in your home and draw a picture of Ahoi Mata on it with kumkum.
Light a lamp in front of the goddess and recite her story.
Pray for the long life, health, and safety of your children.
In the evening, when the stars appear, offer prayers to them and chant mantras.
Offer halwa, puri, and sweets to the goddess as offerings.
Perform the puja with the entire family and break the fast.

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