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Why Do Mothers Fast on Ahoi Ashtami? The Legend, Rituals and Timings Explained

Nov 02, 2026 10 Listen to this article

Ahoi Ashtami 2026 falls on November 1; mothers observe a nirjala fast for their children's long life, health and prosperity. The day includes Ahoi Mata worship, vrat katha, ritual painting, offerings, and star or moon sighting before breaking the fast. Timings: auspicious muhurat 05:36 PM to 06:54 PM; Ashtami tithi spans Nov 1 02:51 PM to Nov 2 01:10 PM.

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