Ganesh Chaturthi in 2024 will be celebrated on September 7th, which is a Saturday. This festival begins on the fourth day (Chaturthi) of the bright fortnight (Shukla Paksha) in the Hindu month of Bhadrapada, which usually falls in August or September.

Ganesh Chaturthi Start and End Date & Time

Ganesha Chaturthi on Saturday, September 7, 2024
Madhyahna Ganesha Puja Muhurat – 11:03 AM to 01:34 PM
Duration – 02 Hours 31 Mins
Ganesha Visarjan on Tuesday, September 17, 2024
On previous day time to avoid Moon sighting – 03:01 PM to 08:16 PM, Sep 06
Duration – 05 Hours 15 Mins
Time to avoid Moon sighting – 09:30 AM to 08:45 PM
Duration – 11 Hours 15 Mins
Chaturthi Tithi Begins – 03:01 PM on Sep 06, 2024
Chaturthi Tithi Ends – 05:37 PM on Sep 07, 2024

Visarjan on Anant Chaturdashi

Ganesha Visarjan on Anant Chaturdashi on Tuesday, September 17, 2024
Auspicious Choghadiya Muhurat for Ganesha Visarjan
Morning Muhurat (Chara, Labha, Amrita) – 09:11 AM to 01:47 PM
Afternoon Muhurat (Shubha) – 03:19 PM to 04:51 PM
Evening Muhurat (Labha) – 07:51 PM to 09:19 PM
Night Muhurat (Shubha, Amrita, Chara) – 10:47 PM to 03:12 AM, Sep 18
Chaturdashi Tithi Begins – 03:10 PM on Sep 16, 2024
Chaturdashi Tithi Ends – 11:44 AM on Sep 17, 2024

Why is Ganesh Chaturthi Celebrated?

Ganesh Chaturthi marks the birth of Lord Ganesha, the elephant-headed god of wisdom, prosperity, and remover of obstacles. The festival celebrates the divine presence of Ganesha in the lives of devotees, invoking his blessings for a successful and obstacle-free journey in life. According to Hindu mythology, Ganesha was created by Goddess Parvati and is revered as the god of new beginnings.

How is Ganesh Chaturthi Celebrated?

Ganesh Chaturthi is celebrated with great devotion and enthusiasm across India, especially in Maharashtra, Karnataka, Andhra Pradesh, Tamil Nadu, and Goa. Common ways to celebrate include:

1. Installing Ganesha Idols: Beautifully crafted idols of Lord Ganesha are installed in homes and public pandals (temporary stages).
2. Puja and Offerings: Devotees perform elaborate pujas (prayer rituals), offer sweets like modaks, and chant mantras in honor of Ganesha.
3. Cultural Programs: Communities organize cultural events, including music, dance, and theater performances, to celebrate the festival.
4. Visarjan (Immersion): The festival concludes with the immersion (visarjan) of Ganesha idols in water bodies, symbolizing the return of the deity to his celestial abode.

Puja Rituals

The rituals of Ganesh Chaturthi are detailed and spiritually enriching. Key rituals include:

1. Pranapratishtha: The process of invoking life into the Ganesha idol through the chanting of mantras.
2. Shodashopachara: The 16-step ritual that includes offerings like flowers, incense, lamps, and sweets to the deity.
3. Ganesh Aarti: Devotees sing Ganesh Aarti (devotional songs) in praise of Lord Ganesha, seeking his blessings.
4. Modak Offering: Modaks, which are Ganesha’s favorite sweets, are offered to the deity. These are often made of rice flour, jaggery, and coconut.

Spiritual Significance

Ganesh Chaturthi holds deep spiritual significance. It is believed that worshipping Ganesha removes obstacles and brings prosperity and wisdom. The festival also emphasizes the importance of nature, as the clay idols of Ganesha dissolve in water during visarjan, promoting environmental harmony. Moreover, the festival fosters a sense of community and togetherness, as families and neighborhoods come together to celebrate.

Ganesh Chaturthi Wishes & Quotes

Best Indian Places to Visit During Ganesh Chaturthi

Several places in India are renowned for their grand Ganesh Chaturthi celebrations. Some of the best places to visit include:

1. Mumbai, Maharashtra: The heart of Ganesh Chaturthi celebrations, Mumbai hosts grand processions and magnificent pandals, with Lalbaugcha Raja being the most famous idol.
2. Pune, Maharashtra: Known for its traditional celebrations, Pune’s Dagdusheth Halwai Ganpati is a must-visit during the festival.
3. Hyderabad, Telangana: The Khairatabad Ganesh is one of the tallest idols in India, attracting thousands of devotees.
4. Bengaluru, Karnataka: The city celebrates with various cultural programs and beautifully decorated Ganesha pandals.
5. Goa: Known for its unique traditions, Ganesh Chaturthi in Goa is celebrated with great enthusiasm in homes and temples.

Ganesh Chaturthi is a time to welcome Lord Ganesha into our homes and hearts, seeking his blessings for wisdom, prosperity, and the removal of obstacles. The festival’s rituals and celebrations bring people together, fostering a sense of community and spiritual growth.

Ganesh Chaturthi 2023 Date

• Ganesha Chaturthi on Tuesday, September 19, 2023
• Madhyahna Ganesha Puja Muhurat – 11:01 AM to 01:28 PM
• Duration – 02 Hours 27 Mins
• Ganesha Visarjan on Thursday, September 28, 2023
• On previous day time to avoid Moon sighting – 12:39 PM to 08:10 PM, Sep 18
• Duration – 07 Hours 32 Mins
• Time to avoid Moon sighting – 09:45 AM to 08:44 PM
• Duration – 10 Hours 59 Mins
• Chaturthi Tithi Begins – 12:39 PM on Sep 18, 2023
• Chaturthi Tithi Ends – 01:43 PM on Sep 19, 2023