Ashadha Vinayaka Chaturthi July 2026 Date: Ashadha Vinayaka Chaturthi is also known as Aniruddha Chaturthi. This fast is observed on the *Chaturthi Tithi* (fourth day) of the *Shukla Paksha* (waxing phase of the moon) in the month of Ashadha. This year, a 'Ravi Yoga' lasting 13 hours will be formed on the day of Ashadha Vinayaka Chaturthi. This *Yoga* is considered free from flaws because the influence of the Sun is dominant. You must strictly avoid sighting the moon on this July Vinayaka Chaturthi. Let us look at the date, auspicious timings (*Muhurat*), Ravi Yoga, and moonrise time for Ashadha Vinayaka Chaturthi.

Ashadha Vinayaka Chaturthi 2026 Date
According to the Vedic calendar, the *Chaturthi Tithi* of the *Shukla Paksha* of the Ashadha month begins at 6:27 AM on July 17 and concludes at 4:42 AM on the morning of July 18. Therefore, the fast for Ashadha Vinayaka Chaturthi will be observed on Friday, July 17.

Ashadha Vinayaka Chaturthi 2026 Auspicious Timings (Muhurat)

Those observing the Ashadha Vinayaka Chaturthi fast will have an auspicious window of 2 hours and 45 minutes to worship Lord Ganesha, the remover of obstacles (*Vighnaharta*). You can perform the Vinayaka Chaturthi puja between 11:05 AM and 1:50 PM.

July Vinayaka Chaturthi and Ravi Yoga

Ravi Yoga is forming on the day of Vinayaka Chaturthi. Ravi Yoga will begin at 5:34 AM and last until 6:34 PM. On that day, *Vyatipat Yoga* will prevail from the morning until 10:46 PM, followed by *Variyan Yoga*. Regarding the *Nakshatra* (constellation), *Magha Nakshatra* will be active from the morning until 6:34 PM, after which *Purva Phalguni Nakshatra* will begin.

Do Not Sight the Moon for 12 Hours and 56 Minutes
Sighting the moon is prohibited on the occasion of Vinayaka Chaturthi; doing so can lead to facing false accusations. On the day of Ashadha Vinayaka Chaturthi, moonrise will occur at 8:37 AM, and moonset will take place at 9:33 PM. Consequently, you should avoid looking at the moon for a duration of 12 hours and 56 minutes.

**Bhadra begins on the evening of Vinayaka Chaturthi**
This time, the shadow of Bhadra will be present from the evening of Vinayaka Chaturthi; however, it will not hinder the observance of the fast or the performance of worship. Bhadra will commence at 5:29 PM and continue until 4:42 AM on July 18. Since this Bhadra resides on Earth, you should refrain from undertaking any new or auspicious activities during this period.

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