Ahoi Ashtami 2013 Date

Ahoi Ashtami fast, is observed by mothers for prospertiy of their Children. This day is dedicated to godess Ahoi mata. Fasting is performed till sighting the stars. Godess Ahoi mata puja is Performed. In some areas this festival marks the beginning of Diwali.

Ahoi Ashtami falls on the Ashtami (eighth day) during the dark fortnight (Krishna Paksha) of Kartik month in North India. As per south indian calenders it falls in the month of Ashwin. In 2013, Ahoi Ashtami is on Saturday, 26th October.

Ahoi Ashtami 2012 Date

Ahoi Ashtami is also called as Ahoi Mata vrat and dedicated to Ahoi Bhagwati (Godess Ahoi). Ahoi Ashtami falls on the Eighth day of dark fortnight in the month of Kartik according to North Indian hindu calenders. According to Amasyant calenders it falls in the month of Ashwin. In 2012, Ahoi Ashtami is on Wednesday, 7th November.

Ahoi Ashtami is usually observed by mothers. Married women who do not have children is also observe this vrat. mothers observe fast for the whole day and worship Ahoi mata. It is customary to read/hear Ahoi Ashtami Vrat katha on this day.