गणेशचतुर्थी Significance & Spiritual Meaning
गणेशचतुर्थी — भगवतः गणेशस्य जन्मोत्सवः। भाद्रपदशुक्लचतुर्थ्यां पाल्यते। भक्ताः मृत्तिकायाः गणेशप्रतिमां निर्माय गृहे प्रतिष्ठाप्य दशदिनं यावत् पूजां कुर्वन्ति। अनन्तचतुर्दश्यां गणेशविसर्जनेन पर्व समाप्यते। मोदकः, लड्डुकः, दूर्वादलं च प्रमुखनैवेद्यानि — महाराष्ट्रे एतत् पर्व सर्वाधिकसमारोहयुक्तं पाल्यते।
गणेशचतुर्थी Mythology & Legend
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.
गणेशचतुर्थी 2025 Puja Rituals & Vidhi
- 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.
गणेशचतुर्थी Mantras in Sanskrit
ॐ गं गणपतये नमः
oṃ gaṃ gaṇapataye namaḥ
Salutations to Ganesha
गणेशचतुर्थी Traditional Foods & Prasad
- ●Modak
- ●Ladoo
- ●Puran poli
- ●Coconut
- ●Durva grass for offering
गणेशचतुर्थी Regional Celebrations across India
Maharashtra(गणेश चतुर्थी)
Large public pandals, 10-day celebrations
South India(వినాయక చవితి)
Home and temple puja
Goa(गणेश चतुर्थी)
Similar to Maharashtra
गणेशचतुर्थी Do's & Don't's
Do's
- ✓Install idol with proper sankalp
- ✓Offer modak and flowers
- ✓Perform visarjan as per tradition
- ✓Invite friends and family
Don'ts
- ✗Do not look at the moon on Chaturthi (Chandra Darshan legend)
- ✗Avoid disrespect to the idol
- ✗Do not delay visarjan beyond the chosen period
गणेशचतुर्थी — Frequently Asked Questions
- What is गणेशचतुर्थी?
- गणेशचतुर्थी — भगवतः गणेशस्य जन्मोत्सवः। भाद्रपदशुक्लचतुर्थ्यां पाल्यते। भक्ताः मृत्तिकायाः गणेशप्रतिमां निर्माय गृहे प्रतिष्ठाप्य दशदिनं यावत् पूजां कुर्वन्ति। अनन्तचतुर्दश्यां गणेशविसर्जनेन पर्व समाप्यते। मोदकः, लड्डुकः, दूर्वादलं च प्रमुखनैवेद्यानि — महाराष्ट्रे एतत् पर्व सर्वाधिकसमारोहयुक्तं पाल्यते।
- When is गणेशचतुर्थी 2025?
- In 2025, गणेशचतुर्थी falls on Wednesday, August 27, 2025.
- What are the गणेशचतुर्थी puja rituals?
- 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.
- What to eat on गणेशचतुर्थी?
- Modak, Ladoo, Puran poli, Coconut, Durva grass for offering
- What should you do on गणेशचतुर्थी?
- Install idol with proper sankalp; Offer modak and flowers; Perform visarjan as per tradition
- What should you avoid on गणेशचतुर्थी?
- Do not look at the moon on Chaturthi (Chandra Darshan legend); Avoid disrespect to the idol; Do not delay visarjan beyond the chosen period
- Which deity is worshipped on गणेशचतुर्थी?
- गणेशचतुर्थी is dedicated to गणेशः.
Upcoming गणेशचतुर्थी Dates in 2026, 2027 & Beyond
गणेशचतुर्थी 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 14, 2026 | Monday | 09:01 am | — |
| Sep 15, 2026 | Tuesday | 10:00 am | — |
| Sep 4, 2027 | Saturday | 09:40 am | — |