Shani Jayanti, also known as Shanishchara Jayanti or Sani Jayanthi is celebrated annually. The festival marks the birth anniversary of Lord Shani or Shanidev. The deity represents the planet Saturn. Devotees celebrate this festival with zeal as they seek Lord Shani’s blessings to mitigate the adverse effects associated with Saturn in astrology. Lord Shani is the son of Lord Suryadev and rules planet Saturn and weekday Saturday. Shani Jayanti will be celebrated on Thursday, June 6. Amavasya Tithi began at 07:54 PM on June 05 and will end at 06:07 PM on June 06, 2024. Watch the video to know the significance of the day.