Ganesh Chaturthi 2025: Date, Story, and Celebration
Every year, people get confused about the date of Ganesh Chaturthi because it depends on the Hindu lunar calendar (tithi). The Chaturthi Tithi begins on August 26, 2025, at night. It ends on August 27, 2025, in the afternoon. The most auspicious time for Ganesh puja (Madhyahna Muhurat) is on August 27, between 11:05 AM and 1:40 PM. In 2025, Ganesh Chaturthi will be celebrated on Wednesday, August 27, 2025. The festival will continue for 10 days and end with Ganesh Visarjan on Saturday, September 6, 2025. Ganesh Chaturthi, also called Vinayaka Chaturthi, is one of the most loved festivals in India. It celebrates the birth of Lord Ganesha, the God of wisdom, prosperity, and remover of obstacles. People bring home idols of Ganesha, decorate beautifully, and pray for good fortune.
The tradition of celebrating Ganesh Chaturthi goes back centuries, but it became popular during the Maratha rule under Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj. Later, Lokmanya Bal Gangadhar Tilak transformed it into a public festival in the 1890s to unite people against British rule. Today, it is both a religious and cultural festival that brings communities togethe
We Celebrate Ganesh Chaturthi
Lord Ganesha is worshipped first before starting any new work or puja. He is believed to remove obstacles and bless devotees with wisdom and success. Ganesh Chaturthi is celebrated to: Welcome new beginnings with positivity. Pray for wisdom, health, and wealth. Strengthen family and community bonds.
Popular Legends of Lord Ganesha
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Birth of Ganesha: Goddess Parvati created Lord Ganesha from sandalwood paste. Lord Shiva accidentally beheaded him but later replaced his head with that of an elephant, giving him new life.
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Why Ganesha is Worshipped First: Once, gods argued about who should be worshipped first. Lord Shiva announced that whoever circled the universe first would win. Instead of physically traveling, Ganesha circled his parents, symbolizing that parents are the universe. Since then, he is always worshipped first.
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Modak Story: Modak, a sweet dumpling, is believed to be Ganesha’s favorite, symbolizing knowledge and wisdom hidden within sweetness.
How We Celebrate
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Bringing the idol – Families bring clay idols of Ganesha into their homes or pandals.
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Decoration – Homes are decorated with flowers, lights, and rangoli.
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Daily Puja – Devotees perform aarti, chant prayers, and offer sweets like modak, Ganesha’s favorite.
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Community events – Cultural programs, music, and devotional activities are organized.
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Visarjan – On the last day, the idol is immersed in water, symbolizing Ganesha’s return to Mount Kailash.
Celebrating at Home in 2025
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Choose eco-friendly clay idols.
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Keep decorations simple and natural.
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Prepare homemade prasad like modak, laddoo, or fruits.
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Do daily aarti with your family.
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Share food and sweets with neighbors and the needy.
Celebration Across India
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Maharashtra: The grandest celebrations with famous pandals like Lalbaugcha Raja and Siddhivinayak Temple.
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Karnataka & Andhra Pradesh: Known as Vinayaka Chavithi, celebrated with puja and traditional rituals.
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Goa: Families follow strict rituals with homemade idols.
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Tamil Nadu & Kerala: Known as Pillayar Chaturthi, celebrated with kolams (rangolis) and offerings.
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North India: Celebrated with smaller community gatherings and family pujas.
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Worldwide: Large celebrations take place in the US, UK, Canada, and UAE by Indian communities.
Eco-Friendly Ganesh Chaturthi
Many families today prefer eco-friendly celebrations. You can also:
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Use clay or plant-seed idols.
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Decorate with flowers and natural colors instead of plastic.
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Do visarjan in a small water tub at home.
This way, the environment stays safe while the devotion continues.
Ganesh Chaturthi 2025 will be celebrated on August 27, 2025. The tithi starts on August 26, but the main puja is on August 27 during the midday time. This festival is about devotion, joy, and togetherness. As we welcome Lord Ganesha, let’s also celebrate in an eco-friendly and thoughtful way.
Ganpati Bappa Morya! 🙏