Ganesh Chaturthi
Celebration of the birth of Vignaharta Lord Ganesha, the remover of obstacles and lord of wisdom.
Auspicious Muhurat & Puja Timings
India•4 September 2027
Ganesha Sthapana and worship are performed during Madhyahna when Lord Ganesha took birth.
Key Observance Timings
Classical midday partition (11:00 AM to 01:30 PM approx)
Mithya Dosha avoidance on Bhadrapada Shukla Chaturthi
Significance & Spiritual Meaning
Spiritual philosophy, inner meaning and eternal virtues
Ganesh Chaturthi marks the arrival of Lord Ganesha to Earth on Shukla Chaturthi of Bhadrapada. Families and communities install clay Ganesha idols (Murti Sthapana), perform Shodashopachara puja, offer 21 Modaks and Durva grass, and immerse the idols during Anant Chaturdashi.
Removal of all obstacles, bestowal of intellect, auspicious beginnings, and artistic wisdom.
Key Rituals & Observance
Step-by-step sacred rituals and worship practices
Prana Pratishtha of clay Ganesha idol with Vedic mantras
Offering 21 Modaks, fresh Durva grass, and red hibiscus flowers
Daily morning and evening Aarti with family and community
Visarjan procession on Anant Chaturdashi with chanting
Sacred Deity & Powerful Mantras
Lord Ganesha • Vedic and Puranic chants for peace and blessings
ॐ सर्वे भवन्तु सुखिनः सर्वे सन्तु निरामयाः । सर्वे भद्राणि पश्यन्तु मा कश्चिद्दुःखभाग्भवेत् ॥ ॐ शान्तिः शान्तिः शान्तिः ॥ May all sentient beings be joyful. May all be free from illness and distress. May all behold what is auspicious and good. May none suffer. Om Peace, Peace, Peace!