Ganesh Chaturthi is a ten-day Hindu festival that celebrates the birth of Lord Ganesha. Also known as Vinayaka Chaturthi or Vinayaka Chavithi, the observances call for large scale festivities across states in the country. Ganesh Chaturthi falls in the Hindu month of Bhadra. According to the Gregorian calendar, Ganpati Utsav is observed either in the month of August or September. The festival begins on Shukla Chaturthi which is the fourth day of the waxing moon period and ends on the 14th day of the waxing moon period known as Anant Chaturdashi. Ganesh Chaturthi 2019 date falls on September 2 (Monday). The festivities will last until Anant Chaturdashi on September 12 (Thursday). Lalbaugcha Raja 2019 Darshan: How to Reach The Famous Ganeshotsav Pandal of Mumbai By Train or Road This Ganesh Chaturthi.

Devotees of Ganesha look forward eagerly for the festival every year. While it is celebrated with great pomp and fervour in most parts of the country, it is one of the most important festivals of Maharashtra. Of which cities like Mumbai and Pune receive devotees from across states to catch a glimpse of the deities at pandals. Devotees also bring Ganpati idols home among singing and dancing. They decorate their homes and install the deity with due respect and honour. Special prayers are offered throughout the day for 10 days. Ganesh Galli Mumbai Cha Raja 2019 Darshan: How to Reach The Famous Ganeshotsav Pandal of Mumbai By Train or Road This Ganesh Chaturthi.

Date and Puja Timings For Ganesh Chaturthi

Ganesha Chaturthi begins on Monday, September 2, 2019

Madhyahna Ganesha Puja Muhurat - 11:05 am to 01:36 pm

Ganesha Visarjan falls on Thursday, September 12, 2019

Chaturthi Tithi Begins - 04:57 am on September 02, 2019

Chaturthi Tithi Ends - 01:54 am on September 03, 2019

Lord Ganesha is one of the most revered Gods of Hinduism. Ganpati also known as the 'Vighnaharta' is believed to be the one who removes obstacles As the festival approaches, we wish everyone celebrating Happy Ganesh Chaturthi in advance.

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