Ganesh Chaturthi 2024: Date, Time, Fasting Rules, All You Need to Know
Ganesh Chaturthi is also popular as Vinayaka Chaturthi, Vinayaka Chavithi, and Vinayagar Chaturthi. It is a Hindu festival that is dedicated to Lord Ganesha in India.
admin 
India is a house to countless festivals. In 2024, September, one such festival is on its way, Bappa will soon visit our houses with his blessings. Ganesh Chaturthi, in which it was believed that Lord Ganesha was born, is the most loved festival in India. Janmashtami just passed and people celebrate the birth of Lord Krishna.
Read the article about Ganesh Chaturthi this year and learn about the date, time, fasting rules, and relevance.
Ganesh Chaturthi 2024
Ganesh Chaturthi is also popular as Vinayaka Chaturthi, Vinayaka Chavithi, and Vinayagar Chaturthi. It is a Hindu festival that is dedicated to Lord Ganesha in India. As Lord Ganesha was born on this date, people have faith that he removes all the hindrances in the path of his devotees. He also brings wisdom and good time.
In 2024, Ganesh Chaturthi is celebrated on 7th September (Saturday). It will be celebrated all across the nation. This festival unites different communities together for the celebration. This festival involves the establishment of the Idol of lord Ganesha made up of clay individually in the homes or, in the Pandals, which are pubic.
Why do We Celebrate Ganesh Chaturthi?
Ganesh Chaturthi is an Indian festival in which the devotees of Lord Ganesha. He eliminates the hindrances as his birth is celebrated on this day. Many devotees believe he brings order to the universe and is worshipped before every new venture, journey, or business starts.
Why September 2024 Ganesh Chaturthi is So Special?
As per the Hindu belief, the Ganesh Chaturthi on the Chaturthi Tithi of Shukla Paksha in the extent of Bhadrapada is special because Lord Ganesha was born on this date of Bhadrapada month. It symbolizes the win of good over evil and fresh beginnings.
Date and Time
The Ganesh Chaturthi will be celebrated on 7th September (Saturday) in 2024. This festival involves the establishment of the Idol of lord Ganesha made up of clay individually in the homes or, in the Pandals, which are pubic. People pray to Lord Ganesha to seek his blessings for Wealth, Intelligence, and Achievement.
- Puja Tithi Start: 6 September 2024 (Friday) at 3:01 PM
- Puja Tithi End: 7 September 2024 at 5:37 PM
- Puja Tithi Shubh Muhurat: 7 September 2024 at 11:03 AM to 01:34 PM
Fasting Rules
Many of Lord Ganesha's devotees fast on Ganesh Chaturthi and avoid taking cereals and other food items. Although it varies from person to person people avoid fruits and even water with cereals, grains, and pulses. Others may take fruits, nuts, or milk-based products and dishes after offering them to Lord Ganesha during the Prayers.
Indian Way of Ganesh Chaturthi Rituals and Celebrations
Ganesh Chaturthi is celebrated in states like Gujarat, Andhra Pradesh, Maharashtra, and Karnataka. In these states, people organize Pandals (Temporary) establishing Lord Ganesha Clay Idols in them. They are decorated in the gardens or other clean areas outside the colonies, or their houses.
These Pandals show a variety of themes from cultural beliefs to modern-day issues. These Pandals attract large crowds of devotees.
Sweets
The devotees prepare laddoos, modaks, and other sweet dishes. As per the Indian Mythology, Modak and Ladoo are favorites of Lord Ganesha. These sweets are kept in front of the Idol of the lord.
Aarti Ceremony
The Aarti ceremony of Ganesh Chaturthi includes lighting a lamp in front of the Idol of the lord and singing devotional songs and Aartis.
Immersion in Water
On the final day of Ganesh Chaturthi Lord Ganesha's Idol, after chanting prayers and drum beats, is taken to the nearby water body for water immersion. This ritual symbolizes the cycle of Creation and the End of Nature.
Presently, Ganesh Chaturthi has been celebrated in an eco-friendly way due to the growing concern for the nature of the individuals. The Devotees choose clay idols made of natural material even for the decoration. This step is especially taken for the immersion process.
Conclusion
The blog covers all the details of the Ganesh Chaturthi festival in 2024. You can read and learn about the Date, Time, Fasting Rules, and Indian Way of Ganesh Chaturthi Rituals and Celebrations. If you liked it, bookmark the site.
