Ganesh Chaturthi 2024: According to hindi mythology, every year, Ganesha, the son of Gauri, descends from Kailash to the earth for 10 days to be among his devotees and alleviate their sufferings. These days are celebrated as Ganesh Utsav. Ganesh Chaturthi is observed on the fourth day of the Shukla Paksha (waxing phase of the moon) in the month of Bhadrapada. On this day, idols of Ganpati is installed in homes and grand pandals where elaborate decorations and processions are organised.
In 2024, here are the details for Ganesh Chaturthi, including the date and puja muhurat.
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Ganesh Chaturthi 2024 Date:
This year, Ganesh Chaturthi falls on September 7, 2024. The 10-day Ganesh Festival will commence on this day and conclude on Anant Chaturdashi, September 17, 2024, with the immersion of the Ganesh idol, marking his farewell.
Ganesh Idol Installation Muhurat:
According to the Panchang (Hindu calendar), the Chaturthi Tithi of Bhadrapada month will begin at 03:01 PM on September 6, 2024, and end at 05:37 PM on September 7, 2024.
- Midday Ganesh Puja Muhurat: 11:10 AM - 01:39 PM (2 hours 29 minutes)
- Ganesh Visarjan (Immersion): September 17, 2024
- Forbidden Moon Sight Time: 09:28 AM - 08:59 PM
During this auspicious period, you can bring Ganpati to your home with full honour and enthusiasm, accompanied by traditional music and festivities, and perform the rituals with due reverence.
Why Do We Celebrate Ganesh Utsav For 10 Days?
According to ancient scriptures, Ganesh Chaturthi marks the birth anniversary of Ganapati, the son of Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati. The Ganesh Festival involves 10 days of meticulous worship of Ganpati, during which all tasks of the devotee are believed to be accomplished successfully.
A mythological story recounts that Sage Vedavyasa called upon Ganesh Ji to transcribe the Mahabharata. As Vyasa recited verses, Ganapati wrote them down without interruption for 10 days, accumulating a layer of dust. On the tenth day, known as Anant Chaturdashi, Ganesh Ji bathed in the Saraswati River, cleansing himself, and this practice became the tradition of celebrating Ganesh Utsav for 10 days.
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