Ganesh Chaturthi is celebrated every year on the Chaturthi Tithi of the Shukla Paksha (bright fortnight) of the Bhadrapada month . On this day, devotees bring Lord Ganesha to their homes and worship him with devotion. Ganesh Utsav is celebrated with great pomp and show across the country for 10 days. Ganesh Utsav is also known as Ganpati Utsav. Ganesh Chaturthi is especially celebrated in Maharashtra. Here, Lord Ganesha is enshrined in large pandals and even in homes. Many people keep Lord Ganesha in their homes for the entire 10 days and immerse him on Anant Chaturdashi. So, let us now find out when Ganesh Chaturthi begins this year and when the festival will end.
According to the Panchang, the Chaturthi Tithi of the Shukla Paksha of the Bhadrapada month will begin on September 14th at 7:06 am. The Chaturthi Tithi will end on September 15th at 7:44 am. According to the Udayatithi, Ganesh Chaturthi will be celebrated on September 14th, 2026. The 10-day Ganesh festival will begin on September 14th, and will continue until Anant Chaturdashi. Anant Chaturdashi, or Anant Chaudas, will be celebrated on September 25th.
Ganesh Chaturthi 2026 auspicious time for establishment of Ganpati
The best midday time for installing and worshipping Lord Ganesha on Ganesh Chaturthi will be from 11:20 am to 1:48 pm on September 14th. During this time, devotees can install the idol of Lord Ganesha in their homes with proper rituals. According to religious beliefs, Lord Ganesha was born during the midday time. Therefore, if you are going to install the idol of Lord Ganesha at home on Ganesh Chaturthi, do so during this auspicious time.
Significance of Ganesh Chaturthi
In Hinduism, Lord Ganesha is considered the first deity worshipped. In any auspicious or auspicious event, Ganesha is worshipped first. He is considered the giver of wisdom, happiness, prosperity, and intelligence. According to religious beliefs, Lord Ganesha was born during the afternoon on the Chaturthi Tithi of the Shukla Paksha (waxing moon) of the Bhadrapada month. Therefore, worshipping Lord Ganesha during this auspicious time is considered extremely fruitful. Also install an idol of Bappa at this time on Ganesh Chaturthi. Worshiping Lord Ganesha removes all obstacles and problems in life and brings immense happiness and prosperity.
