'Ganapati Bappa Morya!' - Ganesh Chaturthi, a significant Hindu festival dedicated to Lord Ganesha, is celebrated with immense enthusiasm throughout India. In the year 2023, Ganesh Chaturthi falls on September 19.
This festival commences on the Chaturthi Tithi (fourth day) of the Shukla Paksha (bright half) in the month of Bhadrapada and extends until Ananta Chaturdashi. It is regarded as the most auspicious day for worshipping Lord Ganesha.
From auspicious timings to the immersion ceremony (visarjan), here is a comprehensive guide to Ganesh Chaturthi 2023:
Date and Time:
The Chaturthi Tithi begins at 12:39 PM on September 18 and concludes at 01:43 PM on September 19.
The Madhyahna Ganesha Puja Muhurat (midday) is from 10:27 AM to 12:54 PM.
Auspicious Time for Idol Installation (Muhrat): The auspicious time for idol installation is from 11:07 AM to 01:34 PM on September 19.
Ganesh Visarjan (Anant Chaturdashi): The final day of Ganesh Chaturthi, known as Ganesh Visarjan, takes place on September 28. On this day, the idol is ceremoniously immersed in water as a farewell gesture.
Shubh Muhurat in Different Cities on September 19: Mumbai: 11:19 AM to 01:43 PM
New Delhi: 11:01 AM to 01:28 PM
Bengaluru: 11:01 AM to 01:26 PM
Kolkata: 10:17 AM to 12:44 PM
Ahmedabad: 11:20 AM to 01:43 PM
Chennai: 10:50 AM to 01:16 PM
Jaipur: 11:07 AM to 01:34 PM
Hyderabad: 10:57 AM to 01:23 PM
Chandigarh: 11:03 AM to 01:30 PM
Avoid Moon Sighting: It is important to avoid gazing at the moon on Chaturthi, as it is believed to bring bad luck.
On September 19, moon sighting should be avoided from 09:45 AM to 08:44 PM.
On September 18, moon sighting should be avoided from 12:39 PM to 07:46 PM.