गणेश चतुर्थी — महत्त्वम्
Ganesh Chaturthi celebrates the birth of Lord Ganesha, the remover of obstacles and god of wisdom. It is especially grand in Maharashtra and other western and southern states.
गणेश चतुर्थी — महत्त्वम्
According to the Shiva Purana, Goddess Parvati created Ganesha from turmeric paste to guard her door. When Lord Shiva returned and was denied entry, he beheaded Ganesha. To pacify Parvati, Shiva placed an elephant head on Ganesha and revived him, declaring him the first to be worshipped in any ritual.
गणेश चतुर्थी — पूजाविधिः
- At an auspicious time, install the clay Ganesha idol with sankalp and puja.
- Each morning, offer flowers, durva grass, modak, and perform aarti.
- Chant Ganesh mantras and stotras; offer coconut and fruits.
- On the final day (1.5, 5, 7, or 10 days), perform visarjan—immersion in a water body.
- Join processions if in Maharashtra; distribute prasad to neighbours.
गणेश चतुर्थी — मन्त्राः
ॐ गं गणपतये नमः
oṃ gaṃ gaṇapataye namaḥ
Salutations to Ganesha
गणेश चतुर्थी — पारम्परिकं भोजनम्
- ●Modak
- ●Ladoo
- ●Puran poli
- ●Coconut
- ●Durva grass for offering
गणेश चतुर्थी — अन्यनामानि
Maharashtra(गणेश चतुर्थी)
Large public pandals, 10-day celebrations
South India(వినాయక చవితి)
Home and temple puja
Goa(गणेश चतुर्थी)
Similar to Maharashtra
गणेश चतुर्थी — कर्तव्यम् / वर्जनीयम्
कर्तव्यम्
- ✓Install idol with proper sankalp
- ✓Offer modak and flowers
- ✓Perform visarjan as per tradition
- ✓Invite friends and family
वर्जनीयम्
- ✗Do not look at the moon on Chaturthi (Chandra Darshan legend)
- ✗Avoid disrespect to the idol
- ✗Do not delay visarjan beyond the chosen period
गणेश चतुर्थी — FAQ
- गणेश चतुर्थी किम् अस्ति?
- Ganesh Chaturthi celebrates the birth of Lord Ganesha, the remover of obstacles and god of wisdom.
- गणेश चतुर्थी 2026 वर्षे कदा?
- 2026 वर्षे गणेश चतुर्थी Tuesday, September 15, 2026 दिनाङ्के भवति।
- गणेश चतुर्थी पूजाविधिः का?
- At an auspicious time, install the clay Ganesha idol with sankalp and puja.; Each morning, offer flowers, durva grass, modak, and perform aarti.; Chant Ganesh mantras and stotras; offer coconut and fruits.; On the final day (1.5, 5, 7, or 10 days), perform visarjan—immersion in a water body.
- गणेश चतुर्थी दिवसे किं भोज्यम्?
- Modak, Ladoo, Puran poli, Coconut, Durva grass for offering
- गणेश चतुर्थी दिवसे किं कर्तव्यम्?
- Install idol with proper sankalp; Offer modak and flowers; Perform visarjan as per tradition
- गणेश चतुर्थी दिवसे किं वर्जनीयम्?
- Do not look at the moon on Chaturthi (Chandra Darshan legend); Avoid disrespect to the idol; Do not delay visarjan beyond the chosen period
- गणेश चतुर्थी दिवसे कस्य देवस्य पूजा?
- गणेश चतुर्थी Ganesha देवाय समर्पितम्।
Upcoming गणेश चतुर्थी Dates in 2026, 2027 & Beyond
गणेश चतुर्थी is a sacred Hindu festival observed on the tithi shown. Dates are calculated from the Panchang for your region.
Times shown for New Delhi, India (IST)
| Date | Day | Moonrise Time | Special Name |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 15, 2026 | Tuesday | 10:00 am | — |
| Sep 4, 2027 | Saturday | 09:40 am | — |