Ganesh Chaturthi 2025 will be celebrated from today (August 27) by welcoming Lord Ganesha into homes and hearts for ten days of devotion, joy, and tradition. This guide covers everything you need to know for Ganesh Chaturthi 2025, including the puja muhurat, visarjan details, key dates and timings, and practical dos and don’ts for devotees.
Ganesh Chaturthi 2025: Key Dates
Ganesh Chaturthi begins on August 27, when devotees bring home or visit temple idols of Lord Ganesha. The festival concludes with Ganesh Visarjan on September 6, 2025, marking the immersion of Ganesha idols in water bodies. Across India, especially in Maharashtra, Gujarat, and South India, the ten-day festival is celebrated with prayers, music, dance, and sweets.
Start Date: August 27, 2025 (Ganesh Chaturthi)
End Date/Visarjan: September 6, 2025 (Anant Chaturdashi)
Chaturthi Tithi Timing: Begins at 1:54 PM on August 26 and ends at 3:44 PM on August 27
Puja Muhurat And Rituals
The most auspicious puja muhurat for Ganesh Chaturthi 2025 is from 11:05 AM to 1:40 PM on August 27. It is believed that Lord Ganesha was born during midday, making this 2-hour and 35-minute period ideal for Ganesh sthapana (idol installation) and puja.
Steps For A Successful Puja
1. Freshen up and clean your house before the puja.
2. Place the Ganesh idol in the north-east direction, preferably on a raised platform.
3. Decorate with flowers, rangoli, and lights.
4. Offer Ganesh’s favourite items such as Modak, coconut, fruits, and sweets.
5. Light a lamp, recite Ganesha mantras, and perform aarti.
Ganesh Chaturthi 2025 Visarjan: Immersion Ceremony
Ganesh Visarjan takes place on September 6, 2025. Devotees take idols out in colourful processions and immerse them in rivers, lakes, or other water bodies, symbolising the conclusion of the festival.
1. Plan a safe and eco-friendly immersion.
2. Avoid polluting water bodies by using clay idols and natural decorations.
Dos and Don’ts During Ganesh Chaturthi:
Dos:
Offer Traditional Prayers: Perform Ganesh Puja during the auspicious muhurat for blessings of wisdom, prosperity, and happiness.
Prepare Modaks: Offer Ganesha his favourite sweet along with other traditional sweets and fruits.
Maintain Cleanliness: Keep your home and puja area tidy. Decorate with flowers, lights, and rangoli to create a festive atmosphere.
Participate in Community Events: Join local processions and cultural programmes to foster togetherness and devotion.
Don’ts:
Avoid Moon Sighting (If you believe in traditions): Traditionally, viewing the moon on Ganesh Chaturthi is believed to cause misunderstandings or false accusations, known as ‘Mithya Dosha’.
Do Not Overload Idols: Choose a Ganesh idol size suitable for your home to ensure safety during immersion.
Avoid Non-Eco-Friendly Materials: Use eco-friendly idols and decorations to protect the environment.
Do Not Neglect Rituals: Perform all puja rituals with devotion and sincerity to gain the full spiritual benefits of the festival.
