Ganesh Chaturthi 2026
Complete Date, Puja Timings, Tithi, Ganapati Sthapana, Puja Vidhi & Visarjan Guide
Chaturthi Tithi
Sep 14, 7:06 AM
to
Sep 15, 7:44 AM
Puja Muhurat
10:58 AM – 1:25 PM
Hyderabad
May Lord Ganesha bless every home with wisdom, happiness, prosperity and the removal of obstacles.
Ganesh Chaturthi 2026
Ganesh Chaturthi is one of the most beloved Hindu festivals dedicated to Lord Ganesha, the remover of obstacles and the deity associated with wisdom, auspicious beginnings and prosperity.
In 2026, Ganesh Chaturthi will be celebrated on Monday, September 14. Devotees welcome Lord Ganesha into their homes and communities with devotion, prayers, offerings, modak, flowers and traditional rituals.
The festival can be observed for different numbers of days depending on family and regional traditions, followed by Ganapati Visarjan.
📅 Ganesh Chaturthi 2026 Date & Tithi
Ganesh Chaturthi: Monday, September 14, 2026
Chaturthi Tithi begins: September 14, 2026 at 7:06 AM
Chaturthi Tithi ends: September 15, 2026 at 7:44 AM
Ganesh Chaturthi falls during Bhadrapada Shukla Chaturthi, the fourth lunar day of the waxing phase of the Hindu month of Bhadrapada.
⏰ Ganapati Puja Muhurat
Madhyahna, or the midday period, is traditionally considered an important time for Ganapati worship on Ganesh Chaturthi. Families should follow their local Panchang for location-specific timings.
🙏 Why Is Ganesh Chaturthi Celebrated?
Lord Ganesha is worshipped before beginning important activities because He is traditionally revered as Vighnaharta—the remover of obstacles. He is also associated with wisdom, intellect, learning and auspiciousness.
Ganesh Chaturthi gives devotees an opportunity to welcome Lord Ganesha with devotion and seek His blessings for a peaceful and prosperous life.
🪔 Ganapati Sthapana – Simple Steps
1. 🧹 Prepare the Puja Space
Clean the area and place a clean cloth on a suitable chowki.
2. 🐘 Place Lord Ganesha
Carefully place the Ganesha idol on the prepared seat.
3. 🌺 Offer Puja Items
Offer flowers, durva grass, turmeric, kumkum, sandalwood and akshata.
4. 🪔 Light the Diya
Light a diya and incense and create a peaceful devotional atmosphere.
5. 🍎 Offer Naivedyam
Offer modak, fruits and other traditional offerings.
6. 📿 Chant Mantras
Chant Ganesh mantras with devotion.
7. 🙏 Perform Aarti
Complete the worship with Ganesh Aarti and prayers.
🌺 Ganesh Puja Samagri
📿 Important Ganesh Mantras
निर्विघ्नं कुरु मे देव शुभकार्येषु सर्वदा॥
🍘 Traditional Offerings to Lord Ganesha
Modak is especially associated with Lord Ganesha and is commonly offered as naivedyam during Ganesh Chaturthi.
Devotees may also offer fruits, coconut, durva grass, flowers and other items according to their family tradition and local custom.
📆 How Many Days Can Ganapati Be Kept?
There is no single duration followed by every family. Ganapati may be worshipped for different periods according to family tradition and regional customs.
Short observance
Traditional option
Common observance
Extended worship
Until Anant Chaturdashi
🍃 Eco-Friendly Ganesh Chaturthi
Celebrate devotion while caring for nature. Choose a natural clay idol where suitable, reduce plastic decorations and use reusable or natural decorations.
Flowers and other biodegradable materials can be handled responsibly, and immersion should follow local environmental guidelines.
Ganesh Visarjan marks the ceremonial immersion of the Ganesha idol. Families perform their final prayers, express gratitude to Lord Ganesha and respectfully carry out the immersion according to their tradition and local rules.
🕉️ Spiritual Significance
Ganesh Chaturthi reminds devotees to begin life’s important journeys with humility, wisdom and faith. Lord Ganesha represents the removal of obstacles and the importance of clear thinking before action.
The festival also brings families and communities together through prayer, devotion, cultural traditions and acts of generosity.
Ganapati Bappa Morya!
May Lord Ganesha remove obstacles from your path, fill your home with wisdom and happiness, and bless you and your family with peace, prosperity and auspicious beginnings.
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