Ganesh Chaturthi, a vibrant Hindu festival celebrated with great enthusiasm across India, commemorates the birth of Lord Ganesha, the elephant-headed god of wisdom, prosperity, and new beginnings. The festival typically falls in the Hindu month of Bhadrapad, usually in August or September.
Preparations for Ganesh Chaturthi begin weeks in advance. Devout Hindus meticulously clean their homes and decorate them with colorful lights, flowers, and rangoli patterns. Idols of Lord Ganesha, made of clay or plaster, are brought into homes or community pandals. These idols vary in size, from small personal ones to massive, towering figures that are displayed in public places.
The festival kicks off with the auspicious ritual of “Ganesha sthapana,” where the idol is installed on a platform called a “mandap.” Prayers and mantras are chanted to invoke the blessings of the god. During the festival, devotees offer various offerings to Ganesha, including flowers, fruits, sweets, and modaks, a traditional sweet dumpling.
The climax of Ganesh Chaturthi is the “visarjan,” the immersion of the idol in a nearby water body, usually a river or lake. This symbolic act signifies the return of Ganesha to his celestial abode, Mount Kailash. The visarjan procession is a grand spectacle, with thousands of people participating, dancing, singing, and carrying the idols through the streets. The immersion is accompanied by joyful celebrations, music, and fireworks.
Ganesh Chaturthi is a festival of joy, devotion, and community spirit. It is a time for people to come together and celebrate the blessings of Lord Ganesha. The festival’s message of wisdom, prosperity, and new beginnings resonates with people of all ages and backgrounds.
Ganesh Chaturthi in 2024
Ganesh Chaturthi 2024 Date: September 7, 2024 .
Puja Muhurat: The auspicious time for puja generally falls between 11:03 AM and 1:34 PM on September 7th. However, it’s recommended to consult local pandits or almanacs for the most accurate timings based on your specific location.
Key Points:
- Ganesh Chaturthi is a ten-day festival, culminating in the grand Ganesh Visarjan on the final day (September 17th, 2024).
- The customs and traditions surrounding Ganesh Chaturthi can vary across different regions of India.
Festival Significance:
- Ganesh Chaturthi marks the birth of Lord Ganesha, the elephant-headed god of wisdom and remover of obstacles.
- It is a time for devotion, celebration, and seeking Lord Ganesha’s blessings.
Puja Rituals:
Ganesh Chaturthi puja involves various rituals, including:
- Chanting of mantras and stotras
- Offering modak, durva grass, and laddoos to Lord Ganesha
- Performing aarti and other devotional acts
Ganesh Chaturthi Aarti
Ganesh Chaturthi Aarti in English
Jai Ganesh, Jai Ganesh, Jai Ganesh Deva
Mata Jaki Parvati, Pita Mahadeva
Ekdant, Dayavant, Char Bhujadhari
Mathe Sindur Sohe, Moos Ki Savari
Pan Chade, Phool Chade Aur Chade Meva
Ladduan Ka Bhog Lage, Sant Karen Seva
Jai Ganesh, Jai Ganesh, Jai Ganesh Deva
Mata Jaki Parvati, Pita Mahadeva
Andhan Ko Aankh Det, Kodhin Ko Kaya
Banjhan Ko Putra Det, Nirdhan Ko Maya
‘Sur’ Shyam Sharan Aaye, Saphal Kije Seva
Jai Ganesh Jai Ganesh Jai Ganesh Deva
Mata Jaki Parvati, Pita Mahadeva
Deenan Ki Laj Rakho, Shambu Sutkari
Kamana Ko Poorn Karo Jai Balihari
Ganesh Chaturthi Aarti in Hindi
जय गणेश, जय गणेश, जय गणेश देवा।
माता जाकी पार्वती, पिता महादेवा।।
एकदंत, दयावन्त, चार भुजाधारी,
माथे सिन्दूर सोहे, मूस की सवारी।
पान चढ़े, फूल चढ़े और चढ़े मेवा,
लड्डुअन का भोग लगे, सन्त करें सेवा।। ..
जय गणेश, जय गणेश, जय गणेश, देवा।
माता जाकी पार्वती, पिता महादेवा।।
अंधन को आंख देत, कोढ़िन को काया,
बांझन को पुत्र देत, निर्धन को माया।
‘सूर’ श्याम शरण आए, सफल कीजे सेवा।।
जय गणेश जय गणेश जय गणेश देवा ..
माता जाकी पार्वती, पिता महादेवा।
दीनन की लाज रखो, शंभु सुतकारी।
कामना को पूर्ण करो जय बलिहारी।
| Bhagwan Ganesh Ki Sukhkarta Duhkharta Varta Vighnacchi Aarti | भगवान गणेश की सुखकर्ता दुःखहर्ता वार्ता विघ्नाची आरती |
Sukhkartta Duhkharta Varta Vighnacchi
Nurvi Purvi Prem Kripa Jayachi
Sarvanghi Sundar Utee Shendurachi
Kanti Jhlake Mal Mukta Falachi
Jaydev Jaydev Jaydev Jaydev
Jaydev Jaydev Jay Mangalamurti
Darshan Matre Man Kamana Purti
Jaydev Jaydev Jaydev Jaydev
Ratnakchit Fara Tuja Gaurikumara
Chandnachee Utee Kumkum Kesara
Hire Jadit Mukut Shobhoto Bara
Runjhunati Nupure Charani Ghagaria
Jaydev Jaydev Jaydev Jaydev
Jaydev Jaydev Jay Mangalamurti
Darshan Matre Man Kamana Purti
Jaydev Jaydev Jaydev Jaydev
Lambodar Pitambar Faniwar Bandhana
Saral Sond Vakra Tund Trinayana
Das Ramacha Vat Pahe Sadana
Sankati Pavave Nirvani Rakshave Sur Var Vandana
Jaydev Jaydev Jaydev Jaydev
Jaydev Jaydev Jay Mangalamurti
Darshan Matre Man Kamana Purti
Jaydev Jaydev Jaydev Jaydev | सुखकर्ता दुःखहर्ता वार्ता विघ्नाची
नुरवी पुरवी प्रेम कृपा जयाची
सर्वांगी सुंदर उटी शेंदुराची
कंठी झलके माल मुक्ता फलांची।
जयदेव जयदेव जयदेव जयदेव
जयदेव जयदेव जय मंगलमूर्ति
दर्शन मात्रे मन कामना पूर्ती। जयदेव जयदेव जयदेव जयदेव
रत्नखचित फरा तुज गौरीकुमरा
चंदनाची उटी कुमकुम केशरा
हीरे जड़ित मुकुट शोभतो बरा
रुणझुणती नूपुरे चरणी घागरिया।
जयदेव जयदेव जयदेव जयदेव
जयदेव जयदेव जय मंगलमूर्ति
दर्शन मात्रे मन कामना पूर्ती। जयदेव जयदेव जयदेव जयदेव
लम्बोदर पीताम्बर फणिवर बंधना
सरल सोंड वक्र तुंड त्रिनयना
दास रामाचा वाट पाहे सदना
संकटी पावावे निर्वाणी रक्षावे सुर वर वंदना।
जयदेव जयदेव जयदेव जयदेव
जयदेव जयदेव जय मंगलमूर्ति
दर्शन मात्रे मन कामना पूर्ती। जयदेव जयदेव जयदेव जयदेव ।। |
Wishing you a Happy Ganesh Chaturthi! 
May Lord Ganesha bring joy, prosperity, and good fortune to your life 
