Ganesh Chaturthi, One of India’s most favourite festivals, Ganesh Chaturthi is coming. The holy festival is celebrated on the occasion of the birth of Lord Ganesha who is recognized with his elephant head as the god of wisdom and bringer of good luck.
When is Ganesh Chaturthi 2024?
People will celebrate Ganesh Chaturthi on September 7, 2024. It falls on the Chaturthi Tithi of Shukla Paksha in the month of Bhadrapada.
How do people celebrate Ganesh Chaturthi?
People across the entire nation celebrate this festival with great enthusiasm. People take beautifully designed Lord Ganesha idols to their homes or pandal. These idols vary in size, from small personal ones to massive public displays.
The celebration typically includes:
- Sthapana
- Puja
- Aarti
- Visarjan
Significance of Ganesh Chaturthi
Ganesh Chaturthi which signifies the victory of good over evil and the removal of obstacles. Lord Ganesha is known as the divine god of arts and sciences. He is considered a giver of success, and wealth and a remover of obstacles from the lives of his devotees.
As the date of Ganesh Chaturthi is near, all celebrate occasions with grace. A period of joy, celebration, and fervor for one of the most popular Hindu gods.
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Important Dates and Timings for Ganesh Chaturthi 2024
- Chaturthi Tithi Begins: September 6, 2024
- Chaturthi Tithi Ends: September 7, 2024
- Ganesh Puja Muhurat: September 7, 2024 (specific timings vary by city)
- Ganesh Visarjan: September 17, 2024
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Ganesh Chaturthi 2024: City Wise Shubh Muhurat
| Name of City | Shubh Muhurat Timings |
| Pune | 11:18 AM to 01:47 PM |
| New Delhi | 11:03 AM to 01:34 PM |
| Chennai | 10:53 AM to 01:21 PM |
| Jaipur | 11:09 AM to 01:40 PM |
| Hyderabad | 11:00 AM to 01:28 PM |
| Gurgaon | 11:04 AM to 01:35 PM |
| Chandigarh | 11:05 AM to 01:36 PM |
| Kolkata | 10:20 AM to 12:49 PM |
| Mumbai | 11:22 AM to 01:51 PM |
| Bengaluru | 11:04 AM to 01:31 PM |
| Ahmedabad | 11:23 AM to 01:52 PM |
| Noida | 11:03 AM to 01:33 PM |
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What is Ganesh Chaturthi?
People will observe Ganesh Chaturthi, celebrating the birth of Lord Ganesha, on September 7, 2024.
What is the reason for celebrating Ganesh Chaturthi?
People celebrate the birth of Lord Ganesha on Ganesh Chaturthi. According to myths, on this day Lord Shiva returned to his home and Lord Ganesha blocked his path.
Who started Ganesh Chaturthi?
Although the origin of Ganesh Chaturthi is unknown, Lokmanya Bal Gangadhar Tilak, a prominent anti-colonial freedom fighter in Maharashtra, started a public celebration in 1893, which increased its popularity.
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How many days does Ganesh Chaturthi last?
10 days: Ganesh Chaturthi in Hinduism is a 10-day festival of the birth of Lord Ganesha, the god of prosperity and wisdom. It begins on the fourth day (Chaturthi) of the month Bhadrapada (August–September), the sixth month of the Hindu calendar.
What is the scientific reason behind Ganesh Chaturthi?
According to the Puranas, there is a scientific reason behind Ganesh Chaturthi. It is believed that during Visarjan, natural mud is suspended in water bodies in large quantities which purifies the water due to its therapeutic properties.
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