New Delhi: Ganesh Chaturthi is one of the major festivals of Hindu religion. On this day, Lord Ganesha is worshiped as per the rituals and Ganapati is established in homes and pandals. Every year Ganesh Mahotsav starts from Chaturthi of Shukla Paksha of Bhadrapada month. This year there is confusion among people regarding 14th or 15th September. According to the calendar, the festival of Ganesh Chaturthi will start from 14 September 2026, while Ganesh Visarjan will be done on 25 September.
When will Ganesh Chaturthi start?
According to the Panchang, Chaturthi Tithi will start at 7:06 am on September 14 and end at 7:44 am on September 15. According to Udaya Tithi, the festival of Ganesh Chaturthi will be celebrated on 14 September. On this day, devotees can install the idol of Lord Ganesha in their homes. Ganesh Mahotsav will conclude with Ganpati Visarjan on Friday, September 25, on Anant Chaturdashi.
Auspicious time for Ganesh Chaturthi 2026 puja
This time the auspicious time for Ganpati Puja will be from 11:02 am to 1:31 pm. During this time, installing the idol of Lord Ganesha and worshiping him is considered auspicious.
A coincidence of Ravi Yoga is taking place
This time there is a coincidence of Ravi Yoga on Ganesh Chaturthi. According to religious beliefs, worshiping Ganapati in such auspicious yoga brings positive energy and auspicious results. Many other planetary positions will also be created during Ganesh Mahotsav.
Worship Lord Ganesha like this
After establishing Ganpati in the house, worshiping it in the morning and evening is considered auspicious. Durva, yellow flowers, vermilion and modak or laddu can be offered to Lord Ganesha. After this, light the lamp and perform Aarti.
During Ganesh Utsav, one should take care of satvik food and purity. On the day of Anant Chaturdashi, after worshiping Ganapati with devotion, the idol is immersed.
What to offer to Lord Ganesha?
Durva and Modak are considered especially dear to Lord Ganesha. Apart from this, yellow flowers, yellow clothes and vermilion are also offered. During the puja, you can also offer fruits and other satvik prasad as per your devotion.
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