Ganesh Chaturthi 2026: In Hinduism, Lord Ganesha is revered as the deity worshipped first and as the remover of obstacles. It is customary to worship Ganpati before commencing any auspicious task. The nationwide Ganesh Utsav celebrations begin on the *Chaturthi* (fourth day) of the *Shukla Paksha* (waxing phase of the moon) in the month of Bhadrapada. During this period, idols of Ganpati Bappa are installed in homes, and public *pandals* (marquees) are set up, and rituals are performed with great devotion.

Excitement among devotees mounts as Ganesh Chaturthi approaches. Markets bustle with shopping for decorations and worship materials, while Ganesh *pandals* are set up and decorated across various locations. Religious belief holds that worshipping Ganpati with devotion alleviates life's troubles and brings happiness, peace, and prosperity to the home. If you are preparing to celebrate Ganesh Utsav in 2026, knowing the date and auspicious timings for the worship in advance will be helpful.

When is Ganesh Chaturthi 2026?

According to the *Panchang* (Hindu almanac), the festival of Ganesh Chaturthi will be celebrated on Monday, September 14, 2026. The *Chaturthi Tithi* (fourth lunar day) begins at 7:06 AM on September 14 and concludes at 7:44 AM on the following day, September 15. Based on the *Udaya Tithi* (the sunrise rule for determining the day), the Ganesh Chaturthi fast and the installation of the Ganpati idol will take place on September 14.

Date of Ganpati Installation: September 14, 2026 (Monday)

Start of *Chaturthi Tithi*: September 14, 7:06 AM
Auspicious time for Ganpati Puja: 11:02 AM to 1:31 PM

When will the Ganpati *Visarjan* (immersion) take place?

The idol of Ganpati Bappa is immersed (*Visarjan*) at the conclusion of the Ganesh Utsav. In 2026, *Anant Chaturdashi* falls on Friday, September 25. The grand *Visarjan* ceremony will take place on this day.

However, different families and regions may have their own specific traditions regarding the immersion. Many devotees immerse the Ganesha idol after one and a half, three, five, or even seven days. In contrast, grand immersion processions are typically organized on Anant Chaturdashi during public Ganesha festivals.

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