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Ganesh Chaturthi 2025: Puja timings, visarjan date and rituals
Ganesh Chaturthi, also known as Vinayaka Chaturthi, is one of the most widely celebrated Hindu festivals in India. Dedicated to Lord Ganesha, the remover of obstacles and the god of wisdom and prosperity, this festival brings together families, communities, and entire cities in devotion and 2025, Ganesh Chaturthi will be celebrated on Wednesday, August 27. Devotees across India will install beautifully crafted idols of Lord Ganesha in homes and pandals, offering prayers, sweets, and flowers during the 10-day CHATURTHI 2025 DATE AND MUHURATGanesh Chaturthi Date: Wednesday, August 27, 2025
Madhyahna Ganesha Puja Muhurat: 11:12 am to 01:40 pmDuration: 2 hours 28 minutesChaturthi Tithi Begins: 01:54 pm on August 26, 2025Chaturthi Tithi Ends: 03:44 pm on August 27, 2025The Madhyahna (midday) period is considered the most auspicious time for Ganesh Puja since it is believed that Lord Ganesha was born during this time. Devotees are encouraged to perform the Ganesh Sthapana (idol installation) and Puja rituals within this OF AVOIDING MOON SIGHTINGOn the eve of Ganesh Chaturthi, devotees avoid sighting the moon due to a well-known belief from Hindu scriptures. According to legend, seeing the moon on this day can bring Mithya Dosha, leading to false accusations and to avoid moon sighting on Aug 26: 01:54 pm to 08:43 pmTime to avoid moon sighting on Aug 27: 09:16 am to 09:20 pmGANESH VISARJAN 2025Ganesh Chaturthi culminates with Ganesh Visarjan on Saturday, September 6, 2025. On this day, idols of Lord Ganesha are carried out in grand processions, accompanied by music and dance, and immersed in rivers, lakes, or the immersion ritual signifies the cycle of birth and dissolution, reminding devotees of the impermanence of life and the importance of spiritual CHATURTHI MUHURAT IN MAJOR CITIESThe Madhyahna Puja Muhurat may slightly vary depending on location. Here are the timings for key cities in India:Mumbai: 11:24 am – 01:55 pmNew Delhi: 11:05 am – 01:40 pmPune: 11:21 am – 01:51 pmChennai: 10:56 am – 01:25 pmJaipur: 11:11 am – 01:45 pmHyderabad: 11:02 am – 01:33 pmGurgaon: 11:06 am – 01:40 pmChandigarh: 11:07 am – 01:42 pmKolkata: 10:22 am – 12:54 pmBengaluru: 11:07 am – 01:36 pmAhmedabad: 11:25 am – 01:57 pmNoida: 11:05 am – 01:39 pmRITUALS AND CELEBRATIONSSthapana (Idol Installation): Families and communities bring home idols or set them up in decorated and Offerings: Devotees chant mantras, perform aarti, and offer modaks, which are believed to be Lord Ganesha's favourite Festivities: Music, dance, and plays depicting the life of Lord Ganesha are organised across The immersion on Anant Chaturdashi marks the conclusion of the festival with chants of 'Ganpati Bappa Morya, Pudhchya Varshi Lavkar Ya!'Ganesh Chaturthi is not just a religious event, but also a cultural festival that unites people in faith and celebration. By observing the right puja timings, avoiding inauspicious practices, and embracing the deeper meaning of the rituals, devotees can ensure blessings of wisdom, prosperity, and harmony from Lord Ganesha.- Ends
