Author: Ap Astro (Manish)
Date: 25/08/2025
Ganesh Chaturthi, one of India's most vibrant and heartfelt festivals, is a time to celebrate the arrival of Lord Ganesha. Known as the "remover of obstacles" and the "god of wisdom and prosperity," Lord Ganesha is welcomed with open hearts and joy across the country. In 2025, this auspicious festival falls on Wednesday, August 27 , and people all over India are preparing for a colorful and meaningful celebration.
Ganesh Chaturthi Date & Time (2025)
- Ganesh Chaturthi Date : 27th August 2025 (Wednesday)
- Tritiya Tithi End : 26th August 2025, 12:21 PM
- Chaturthi Tithi Start : 26th August 2025, 1:54 PM
- Chaturthi Tithi Ends : 27th August 2025, 3:44 PM
- Midday Puja Timing : 11:05 AM to 1:40 PM (2 hours and 34 minutes)
This is the ideal time for performing your Ganesh puja, asking for Lord Ganesha's blessings for well-being, wealth, and prosperity.
Ganesh Chaturthi Rituals (Puja Vidhi)
Celebrating Ganesh Chaturthi involves several significant rituals. Here are the basic steps to perform a smooth and fulfilling puja:
- Purify Yourself : Begin by bathing and wearing clean clothes to purify your mind and body, creating a sacred space for the puja.
- Light a Lamp (Diya) : Lighting a ghee or oil lamp at your home temple will bring a divine atmosphere and invite positive energy into your space.
- Install the Idol : Place the Lord Ganesha idol on a clean and elevated platform facing east or west.
- Perform Abhishek (Bathing the Idol) : Bath the idol with sacred Ganga water to purify it, signifying the beginning of your celebrations.
- Offer Durva Grass, Sindoor, and Flowers : These offerings are considered dear to Lord Ganesha and are essential for invoking his blessings.
- Chant Ganesh Arti : Recite the Ganesh Arti to invite Lord Ganesha into your home, seeking his blessings and protection.
- Serve Modaks or Laddus : These sweet offerings are Lord Ganesha's favorites. Serve them as prasad for a divine experience.
Essential Puja Samagri (Items List)
Before beginning the rituals, ensure you have these essential items ready for the puja:
- Lord Ganesha Idol
- Red Cloth (to cover the altar or idol)
- Durva Grass (special grass for Ganesha worship)
- Sacred Thread (Janeu)
- Kalash (Sacred Pot)
- Coconut (offering to Lord Ganesha)
- Panchamrit (a mixture of milk, honey, yogurt, ghee, and sugar)
- Panchmeva (mixed dry fruits)
- Gangajal (holy Ganga water)
- Roli/Mauli (holy red thread)
- Ghee (for lighting the lamp)
The Ganesh Chaturthi Mantra
The chief mantra to recite during the puja is: "Om Gan Ganapataye Namah" This mantra is known to invoke Lord Ganesha's blessings, remove obstacles, and bring prosperity into your life.
Ganesh Visarjan (Immersion) 2025: Timings and Muhurat
At the end of the celebrations, the idol is immersed in water during a grand procession known as Visarjan. In 2025, the auspicious timings for Ganesh Visarjan are:
- Saturday, September 6, 2025
- Morning Muhurat (Shubha): 7:36 AM to 9:10 AM
- Afternoon Muhurat (Chara, Labha, Amrita): 12:19 PM to 5:02 PM
- Evening Muhurat (Labha): 6:37 PM to 8:02 PM
- Night Muhurat (Shubha, Amrita, Chara): 9:28 PM to 1:45 AM (September 7, 2025)
- Early Morning Muhurat (Labha): 4:36 AM to 6:02 AM (7th September 2025)
Immersion during the afternoon and twilight hours is considered especially auspicious. Choose the best time based on your convenience and preference.
Can You Celebrate Ganesh Chaturthi at Home?
Yes, you can absolutely celebrate Ganesh Chaturthi at home! Families across India bring a Ganesha idol into their homes, perform the traditional puja, offer prayers, and serve prasad. Whether you have a small idol or a larger one, you can either perform a private immersion at home or visit a designated public site for the visarjan.
The Importance of Ganesh Chaturthi
Ganesh Chaturthi celebrates Lord Ganesha's birth, invoking his blessings for the removal of obstacles and the fulfillment of desires. It is also a time for community bonding, joy, and devotion. The festival brings people together, unites families, and fosters a spirit of goodwill and compassion.
Conclusion: Embrace the Joy of Ganesh Chaturthi
Ganesh Chaturthi is not just a festival; It is a beautiful time to connect with the divine, seek blessings, and celebrate the joyous arrival of Lord Ganesha. Whether you choose to celebrate at home or participate in public festivities, this festival promises to bring peace, prosperity, and happiness into your life. May Lord Ganesha's blessings guide you toward success and fulfillment this year!
Wishing you a Happy Ganesh Chaturthi 2025! May the divine presence of Lord Ganesha fill your home with love, light, and prosperity.
FAQs about Ganesh Chaturthi 2025
- When is Ganesh Chaturthi 2025?
- Answer : Ganesh Chaturthi 2025 will be celebrated on Wednesday, August 27, 2025 .
- What is the significance of Ganesh Chaturthi?
- Answer : Ganesh Chaturthi celebrates the birth of Lord Ganesha, who is worshiped as the remover of obstacles and the god of wisdom, prosperity, and new beginnings.
- Can we celebrate Ganesh Chaturthi at home?
- Answer : Yes, you can celebrate Ganesh Chaturthi at home by installing an idol of Lord Ganesha, performing the rituals, offering prayers, and serving prasad.
- What is the best time to perform the Ganesh Chaturthi puja?
- Answer : The best time for performing the puja is during the midday interval, between 11:05 AM to 1:40 PM on 27th August 2025 .
- What offerings should be made to Lord Ganesha during the puja?
- Answer : Offerings like Durva Grass , sindoor , fresh flowers , and Modaks or Laddus (Lord Ganesha's favorite sweets) should be made to invoke his blessings.
- Is it necessary to immerse the idol in water?
- Answer : While it is traditional to immerse the idol in water, small idols can be immersed in a clean water source at home. Larger idols should be immersed at designated public immersion sites.
- What is the correct mantra to chant during Ganesh Chaturthi?
- Answer : The chief mantra to chant during the puja is: "Om Gan Ganapataye Namah" , which invokes Lord Ganesha's blessings for removing obstacles and bringing prosperity.
- Can we keep the Ganesh idol at home for a longer period?
- Answer : It is recommended to keep the idol at home for 1 to 10 days, depending on the size of the idol and personal preference. However, it should be immersed on or before Ganesh Visarjan , which in 2025 falls on Saturday, September 6 .
- What are the essential items for Ganesh Chaturthi puja?
- Answer : Essential items for the puja include a Lord Ganesha idol , Durva grass , Panchamrit , Gangajal , ghee , and Modaks or Laddus , among others.
- What is the importance of Ganesh Visarjan?
- Answer : Ganesh Visarjan symbolizes the cycle of birth and rebirth. The immersion of the idol in water signifies Lord Ganesha's return to Mount Kailash and the end of the festivities. It is a time for prayers and farewell, invoking his blessings until next year.