Vinayak Chaturthi February 2026 Date: Vinayak Ganesh Chaturthi fast is observed on the Chaturthi Tithi of the Shukla Paksha (waxing moon) of every month. This day is considered special for the worship of Lord Ganesha. Religious belief holds that Lord Ganesha himself is the presiding deity of Chaturthi Tithi. He is worshipped as the god of wisdom, discretion, happiness, prosperity, and auspiciousness. Worshipping the first worshipped Lord Ganesha removes obstacles in life, brings success in work, and attains knowledge and wealth. Let us find out when Vinayak Chaturthi is in February 2026, what will be the auspicious time for worship, and when is the prohibited period for moon sighting.

Vinayak Chaturthi 2026 Date

The Chaturthi of the Shukla Paksha of the month of Phalgun is also known as Dhundhiraj Chaturthi. It is described in the Matsya Purana as Manorath Chaturthi. On this day, the Dhundhiraj form of Lord Ganesha is worshipped. In 2026, the Vinayaka Chaturthi fast will be observed on Saturday, February 21st.

Chaturthi Tithi and Puja Muhurta

According to the Drishyam Panchang, Chaturthi Tithi will begin at 2:38 pm on February 20, 2026, and end at 1 pm on February 21st.
The midday puja muhurta will be from 11:27 am to 1 pm on February 21st. It is believed that worshipping Ganesha at this time brings quick, auspicious results and fulfills wishes.

Worship Method on Vinayaka Chaturthi

Wake up in the morning during Brahma Muhurta, take a bath, and wear clean clothes.

Take a vow to fast and worship.
Install a Ganesha idol made of gold, silver, copper, brass, or clay.
Offer vermilion to Ganesha and 21 Durva grass.
Offer Laddus or Modaks.
Chant the mantra "Om Gan Ganpataye Namah" or the 12 names of Lord Ganesha.
Donate food, green gram, clothes, or money to the needy.
Perform aarti again in the evening and then break the fast.
In this way, the Vinayak Chaturthi fast, observed with proper rituals, brings happiness, peace, and prosperity in life.

Time for prohibited moon sighting

Moon sighting is considered prohibited on Chaturthi Tithi.
Avoid moon sighting from 2:38 pm to 9:12 pm on February 20.
Avoid moon sighting from 8:56 am to 10:16 pm on February 21.

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