गणपती (गणेश चतुर्थी) Significance & Spiritual Meaning
गणेश चतुर्थी — गणपतीचा जन्मोत्सव. भाद्रपद शुक्ल चतुर्थीला साजरा केला जातो. महाराष्ट्राचा सर्वांत मोठा सार्वजनिक उत्सव — १८९३ मध्ये लोकमान्य टिळकांनी सार्वजनिक स्वरूप देऊन राष्ट्रीय एकात्मतेचे माध्यम बनवले. मराठी परंपरेत गणेश पेक्षा "गणपती" हे संबोधन अधिक प्रिय. भक्त मातीच्या गणपती मूर्ती घरी स्थापन करून दीड, पाच, सात किंवा दहा दिवसांची पूजा करतात; अनंत चतुर्दशीला विसर्जन. मुंबईचा लालबागचा राजा, पुण्याचा दगडूशेठ हलवाई गणपती जगप्रसिद्ध. उकडीचा मोदक, करंजी, मोदक प्रमुख नैवेद्य.
गणपती (गणेश चतुर्थी) Mythology & Legend
According to the Shiva Purana, Goddess Parvati created Ganesha from turmeric paste to guard her door. When Lord Shiva returned and was denied entry, he beheaded Ganesha. To pacify Parvati, Shiva placed an elephant head on Ganesha and revived him, declaring him the first to be worshipped in any ritual.
गणपती (गणेश चतुर्थी) 2026 Puja Rituals & Vidhi
- At an auspicious time, install the clay Ganesha idol with sankalp and puja.
- Each morning, offer flowers, durva grass, modak, and perform aarti.
- Chant Ganesh mantras and stotras; offer coconut and fruits.
- On the final day (1.5, 5, 7, or 10 days), perform visarjan—immersion in a water body.
- Join processions if in Maharashtra; distribute prasad to neighbours.
गणपती (गणेश चतुर्थी) Mantras in Sanskrit
ॐ गं गणपतये नमः
oṃ gaṃ gaṇapataye namaḥ
Salutations to Ganesha
गणपती (गणेश चतुर्थी) Traditional Foods & Prasad
- ●Modak
- ●Ladoo
- ●Puran poli
- ●Coconut
- ●Durva grass for offering
गणपती (गणेश चतुर्थी) Regional Celebrations across India
Maharashtra(गणेश चतुर्थी)
Large public pandals, 10-day celebrations
South India(వినాయక చవితి)
Home and temple puja
Goa(गणेश चतुर्थी)
Similar to Maharashtra
गणपती (गणेश चतुर्थी) Do's & Don't's
Do's
- ✓Install idol with proper sankalp
- ✓Offer modak and flowers
- ✓Perform visarjan as per tradition
- ✓Invite friends and family
Don'ts
- ✗Do not look at the moon on Chaturthi (Chandra Darshan legend)
- ✗Avoid disrespect to the idol
- ✗Do not delay visarjan beyond the chosen period
गणपती (गणेश चतुर्थी) — Frequently Asked Questions
- What is गणपती (गणेश चतुर्थी)?
- गणेश चतुर्थी — गणपतीचा जन्मोत्सव.
- When is गणपती (गणेश चतुर्थी) 2026?
- In 2026, गणपती (गणेश चतुर्थी) falls on सोमवार, १४ सप्टेंबर, २०२६.
- What are the गणपती (गणेश चतुर्थी) puja rituals?
- At an auspicious time, install the clay Ganesha idol with sankalp and puja.; Each morning, offer flowers, durva grass, modak, and perform aarti.; Chant Ganesh mantras and stotras; offer coconut and fruits.; On the final day (1.5, 5, 7, or 10 days), perform visarjan—immersion in a water body.
- What to eat on गणपती (गणेश चतुर्थी)?
- Modak, Ladoo, Puran poli, Coconut, Durva grass for offering
- What should you do on गणपती (गणेश चतुर्थी)?
- Install idol with proper sankalp; Offer modak and flowers; Perform visarjan as per tradition
- What should you avoid on गणपती (गणेश चतुर्थी)?
- Do not look at the moon on Chaturthi (Chandra Darshan legend); Avoid disrespect to the idol; Do not delay visarjan beyond the chosen period
- Which deity is worshipped on गणपती (गणेश चतुर्थी)?
- गणपती (गणेश चतुर्थी) is dedicated to गणपती.
Upcoming गणपती (गणेश चतुर्थी) Dates in 2026, 2027 & Beyond
गणपती (गणेश चतुर्थी) is a sacred Hindu festival observed on the tithi shown. Dates are calculated from the Panchang for your region.
Times shown for New Delhi, India (IST)
| Date | Day | Moonrise Time | Special Name |
|---|---|---|---|
| १४ सप्टें, २०२६ | सोमवार | 09:01 am | — |
| १५ सप्टें, २०२६ | मंगळवार | 10:00 am | — |
| ४ सप्टें, २०२७ | शनिवार | 09:40 am | — |