Ganesh Chaturthi 2026: Date, Puja Vidhi, Visarjan and Source Details
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About Ganesh Chaturthi
Ganesh Chaturthi, also known as Vinayaka Chaturthi, is a major Hindu festival celebrating the birth of Lord Ganesha, the son of Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati. The festival spans 10 days, beginning on the Chaturthi (fourth day) of the bright fortnight of Bhadrapada and concluding with the immersion (Visarjan) of Ganesha idols on Anant Chaturdashi. It is celebrated with great enthusiasm across India, particularly in Maharashtra, and involves the installation of clay Ganesha idols in homes and public pandals.
Story Associated with Ganesh Chaturthi
Lord Ganesha is revered as Vighnaharta β the remover of obstacles β and is associated with wisdom, prosperity and good fortune. In Hindu tradition, he is worshipped at the beginning of any important undertaking. He is the son of Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati.
The celebration of Ganesh Chaturthi as a public festival gained prominence in Maharashtra, particularly through the efforts of Lokmanya Bal Gangadhar Tilak in the late 19th century, who used it as a platform for community gatherings. Today it is celebrated across India with large public pandals and home installations.
The 10-day festival begins with the installation of a Ganesha idol and concludes on Anant Chaturdashi with the Visarjan β the ritual immersion of the idol in water, symbolising the return of Lord Ganesha to his abode on Mount Kailash.
β¦Note on Traditions
The specific form of worship, duration of observance (1 day, 5 days or 10 days) and customs around Visarjan vary across regions and families.
Puja Vidhi
Installation (Sthapana)
A clay Ganesha idol is installed in the home or public pandal. Pranapratishtha β the ceremony to invoke the presence of Lord Ganesha in the idol β is performed. The idol is placed on a decorated platform.
Daily Puja and Aarti
Puja is performed daily during the festival. Durva grass, red flowers, modak, coconut and sweets are offered. Morning and evening aarti is observed. Family traditions and timings may vary.
Visarjan
On the chosen day (1st, 5th or 10th β Anant Chaturdashi), the Ganesha idol is carried in a procession and immersed in water. Visarjan marks the end of the festival.
βΉοΈ Ritual practice and duration of observance may vary by family and regional tradition.
Samagri and Prasad
Puja Samagri
- β’Clay Ganesha idol
- β’Red flowers and durva grass
- β’Modak (sweet dumplings)
- β’Coconut
- β’Incense and diya
- β’Akshat (rice)
Prasad
- β’Modak
- β’Laddoo
- β’Fruits
- β’Coconut
Note
- β’Samagri and prasad requirements may vary by regional custom and family tradition.
βΉοΈ Samagri requirements may vary by family and regional tradition.
Frequently Asked Questions
Source Details and Verification
Date Source
Hindu Panchang Β· 2026
Editorial Review Status
2026
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Region Basis
Pan India β panchang-based dates to be connected before publication