Ganesh Chaturthi 2023 Highlights: From SRK To Deepika, Ranveer - Bollywood Celebs Attend Ambanis' Ganesh Puja
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Deepika Padukone and Ranveer Singh Arrive For The Puja
Shah Rukh Khan Arrives With Gauri Khan, Suhana Khan and AbRam
Aishwarya Rai Bachchan with daughter Aaradhya:
The Ambani family's magnificent mansion is illuminated with fairy lights, setting the stage for a lavish celebration. Mukesh Ambani and his younger son, Anant Ambani, recently paid a visit to Lalbaugcha Raja to seek Lord Ganesha's blessings and offer heartfelt prayers. With the start of these festivities, we can expect a slew of celebrities to grace the occasion in their finest.
Nita Ambani arrived at the celebration wearing a resplendent orange saree that exuded elegance and grace. Her outfit was a bright nod to the festive spirit of Ganesh Chaturthi, and it exuded a timeless charm.
In a heartwarming display of cultural exchange and devotion, a group of Thai visitors gathered in Mumbai to celebrate Ganesh Chaturthi with great zeal. As the city of Mumbai rang with Ganesh Chaturthi celebrations, these Thai visitors joined in the fun by installing an idol of Lord Ganesh and singing aarti, a traditional Hindu prayer, to seek the Elephant-headed God's blessings.
Amidst the festive fervor of Ganesh Chaturthi 2023, Bollywood actress Bhagyashree offered her prayers on this auspicious occasion. Ganesh Chaturthi, a significant Hindu festival, sees devotees across the country welcoming Lord Ganesha into their homes with elaborate rituals and celebrations. Bhagyashree, known for her roles in Indian cinema, joined the enthusiastic devotees in Mumbai to seek the blessings of Lord Ganesha and participate in the festivities that mark this joyous occasion.
The Ganesh Chaturthi celebrations at actor Neil Nitin Mukesh's Mumbai home were spectacular. The actor and his family greeted Lord Ganesha with traditional fervour and grandeur, creating a festive atmosphere that brought joy to all who attended.
Bollywood actor and film producer Tusshar Kapoor celebrated the auspicious occasion of Ganesh Chaturthi with heartfelt prayers in Mumbai. The actor, known for his roles in Hindi cinema, joined the festivities as devotees across the city and the nation welcomed Lord Ganesha into their homes and hearts.
As Ganesh Chaturthi, the beloved Hindu festival, dawns, Bollywood celebrities join the festive spirit by invoking Lord Ganesha's blessings and sharing warm wishes with their fans and followers. Click here to take a glimpse into their celebrations and messages on this auspicious occasion.
Today, on the auspicious occasion of Ganesh Chaturthi, Ramesh Bais, the Governor of Maharashtra, took a lead role in celebrating the festival by performing a special puja and aarti in the sacred premises of Raj Bhavan, located in Mumbai.
The GSB Ganpati Mandal in Mumbai stands out with a remarkable act of faith as Ganesh Chaturthi ushers in a season of devotion and festivities. The temple received a donation of 36 kilogrammes of silver on the first day of the celebration. A Mandal priest expressed gratitude for this incredible offering, emphasising that such generous donations reflect people's profound faith in the auspicious occasion of Ganesh Chaturthi.
Karnataka's Hubbali comes alive with vibrant festivities as the city gathers at Idgah Maidan to celebrate Ganesh Chaturthi with fervor and joy.
In Mumbai, Maharashtra Chief Minister Eknath Shinde observed Ganesh Chaturthi by performing devout prayers at his residence.
Pramod Sawant, Goa's Chief Minister, and his family devoutly offered prayers in their hometown of Kothambi village on the auspicious occasion of Ganesh Chaturthi.
On the occasion of Ganesh Chaturthi, Rajkot, Gujarat, witnesses a captivating fusion of science and spirituality with the presence of a one-of-a-kind Ganesh idol inspired by ISRO's Chandrayaan-3 mission theme.
Television personality Juhi Parmar kickstarts the fervent Ganesh Chaturthi celebrations by creatively fashioning a Ganpati idol from homemade atta (flour), assisted by her daughter Samairra.
As devoted worshippers prepare for a magnificent procession, the vibrant scene outside Pune's Dagdusheth Ganpati temple comes alive. The idol of Lord Ganesha is placed atop a magnificently decorated chariot, symbolising the start of a grand procession, in the midst of a joyful atmosphere.
Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan actively took part in the vibrant Ganesh Chaturthi celebrations in the city of Bhopal.
In a captivating Ganesh Chaturthi celebration, Chennai's Kolathur area saw the installation of an awe-inspiring 42-foot Ganesh idol made entirely of peepal leaves. This magnificent creation is adorned with 30,000 Kubera Vilakku lamps, which illuminate the atmosphere with divine radiance.
Actor Kartik Aaryan graced the auspicious occasion of Ganesh Chaturthi with a visit to the iconic Lalbaugcha Raja in Mumbai.
Punjab's city of Jalandhar is currently buzzing with fervent enthusiasm as residents enthusiastically shop for idols of Lord Ganesh.
Amid the joyous celebrations of Ganesh Chaturthi, a special aarti ceremony unfolded at the revered Shreemant Dagdusheth Halwai Ganpati Mandir in Pune, Maharashtra.
On Ganesh Chaturthi, the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) Chief, Mohan Bhagwat, offered prayers at the Shreemant Dagdusheth Halwai Ganpati Mandir in Pune, Maharashtra, in a symbolic gesture of reverence. This auspicious occasion, commemorating Lord Ganesha's birth, saw the RSS Chief pay a visit to one of Pune's most revered temples to seek the deity's blessings. Ganesh Chaturthi, which is celebrated with great zeal throughout Maharashtra, has a special place in the hearts of its people, representing unity and devotion.
As Ganesh Chaturthi is celebrated today, celebrities are sharing their festive moments and extending warm wishes to their fans. Dhanush, the acclaimed actor, took to Instagram to share a heartfelt photo featuring his sons Yatra and Linga, as they performed puja at their home. Alongside the image, he conveyed his wishes to his followers. Meanwhile, Mahesh Babu welcomed Lord Ganesha with eco-friendly fervor in his house and shared a snapshot of the divine idol. The actor wished everyone a joyful Ganesh Chaturthi, invoking the wisdom of Lord Ganesha for the year ahead.
Ganesh Chaturthi devotees worldwide can now partake in the spiritual fervor by watching the live darshan of Lalbaugcha Raja through various online platforms. Click here to read more.
Actor Allu Arjun extends warm Ganesh Chaturthi wishes; check out his heartfelt post.
Ganesh Chaturthi, celebrating Lord Ganesha's birth and new beginnings, commences tomorrow, capturing the spirit of devotion across India. Click here to read more.
Chandrayaan-3 themed pandal set up in West Bengal's Kolkata on the occasion of Ganesh Chaturthi.
Ganesh Chaturthi Sthapana 2023 Muhurat: Discover Ganesh Chaturthi's auspicious start on September 19, along with vital muhurat details for welcoming Ganpati Bappa and essential festival rules. Click here to read more.
Background
Ganesh Chaturthi 2023 Highlights: Hello and welcome to this page. As the country prepares to bring Ganpati Bappa home, follow this page for live updates pertaining to the celebrations of the auspicious festival.
Ganesh Chaturthi, also known as Vinayak Chaturthi or Ganeshotsav, is a significant Hindu festival marking the birth of Lord Ganesha, revered as the remover of obstacles and the deity of wisdom, intelligence, wealth, and fortune.
Ganeshotsav is celebrated with fervor across India, particularly in Maharashtra, Goa, Tamil Nadu, Odisha, Gujarat, Telangana, Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka, and Kerala.
Ganesh Chaturthi 2023 Date and Time:
This year, Ganesh Chaturthi falls on Tuesday, September 19, 2023. The Chaturthi Tithi begins at 12:39 pm on September 18 and concludes with Ananta Chaturdashi.
The celebrations begin with the solemn Avahana or Pran Pratishtha, which includes the lighting of the Deep Prajwala (sacred lamp), taking the Sankalpa (vow), and bringing Lord Ganesha's idol home. Ganesh Visarjan, the grand culmination, entails the immersion of the idol into water.
Avoiding Moon Sighting:
According to Hindu tradition, it is advised to refrain from moon sighting on Ganesh Chaturthi, as it is believed to lead to Mithya Dosha or a curse. On September 19, 2023, people are advised not to sight the moon from 9:45 am to 8:44 pm.
Significance of Ganesh Chaturthi 2023:
The festival holds immense significance as devotees gather to worship Lord Ganesha, seeking divine blessings and the removal of obstacles from their lives.
Lord Ganesha, known by various names including Ekdanta, Lambodara, and Vighnaharta, is revered among Hindus. His worship is considered auspicious before embarking on any significant undertaking, ensuring the removal of potential hardships and disasters.
As Ganesh Chaturthi approaches, devotees eagerly prepare to celebrate this auspicious occasion, invoking the blessings of Lord Ganesha for a prosperous and obstacle-free future.
Ganesh Chaturthi Visarjan Date 2023:
Ganesh Visarjan falls on the 10th day of Ganeshotsav. Therefore, Ganesh Visarjan 2023 will take place on Thursday, September 28.
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