Ganesh chaturthi


Ganesh Chaturthi, also called Vinayaka Chaturthi, in Hinduism, 10-day festival marking the birth of the elephant-headed deity Ganesha, the god of prosperity and wisdom.


Why is Ganesh Chaturthi celebrated?

The festival celebrates Ganesha as the God of New Beginnings and the Remover of Obstacles as well as the god of wisdom and intelligence and is observed throughout India, especially in the states such as Maharashtra, Karnataka, Kerala, Telangana, Andhra Pradesh, Tamil Nadu and Goa.

Ganesh Chathurthi is celebrated annually with rich fervour on the fourth day of the first fortnight of Bhadrapada month, according to Hindu calendar.

This day typically falls closely during August or September month as per the Gregorian calendar.


Why there is 10 days in Ganesh Chaturthi?

It is believed that during these 10 days Lord Ganesha graces the Earth and brings happiness and prosperity to his devotees.

The rituals are performed keeping in mind the tithi and mahurat. 



11 Different Names of Ganesh -

  1. Sumukh: He who has a beautiful face
  2. Ekdant: He who has one tooth
  3. Gajkarna: The one who has elephant’s ears
  4. Lambodar: The one who has a large abdomen
  5. Vikat: Intimidating
  6. Vighnanashan: The one who ends all problems
  7. Vinayak: The one who has the qualities to lead
  8. Dhumraketu: He whose flag id ash-coloured
  9. Ganadhaksh: Leader of Elephants
  10. Bhalchandra: One who wears the moon on his forehead
  11. Gajanann: One whose face resembles that of an elephant


What is Ganesha's Favourite food?

Ganesha's favourite food is the Modak.

Why Ganesh puja is done first?

Impressed by his love for the parents and intelligence in winning the race, Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati blessed Lord Ganesh with the fruit of knowledge along with that of immortality. 

This is the reason why we seek blessing from Lord Ganesha before beginning anything new.


What are the 4 main rituals of Ganesha Chaturthi?

Every year, his birth is celebrated with a 10-day festival, during which four main rituals, namely - 

  • Prana Pratishta, 
  • Shodashopachara
  • Uttarpuja
  • Ganpati Visarjan


Who and why started Ganesh Chaturthi?

Chatrapati Shivaji Maharaja initiated Ganesh Chaturthi celebrations in Maharashtra to promote the spirit of nationalism


What is the moral value of Ganesh Chaturthi?

Lord Ganesha's actions teach us to value and respect our parents and elders.


What are the 5 fruits for Ganesha pooja?

We bring to you five healthy fruits that Lord Ganesha like - 

  • Apple
  • Banana 
  • Guava 
  • Pomegranate
  • Sweet lime

Ganesh Chaturthi 

1) Ganesh Chaturthi is a Hindu festival which is celebrated every year especially in Maharashtra and Karnataka.

2) Ganesh Chaturthi is celebrated as the birth anniversary of Lord Shiv’s son Ganesh.

3) Ganesh Chaturthi is celebrated in the month of August-September every year.

4) In Hindu mythology, Lord Ganesh is “Pratham Pujya” i.e. worshiped first among all.

5) Lord Ganesh is also considered as “Vighna Harta” i.e. one who removes all the obstacles.

6) Prior to starting any big, important and religious work, people first remember Lord Ganesh.

7) In order to get rid of all troubles and obstacles, people worship and remember Lord Ganesh.

8) During Ganesh Chaturthi, people bring Ganapati idol in their homes and worship it with full devotion.

9) Various trusts and societies also set up big ‘pandals’ for worshiping Lord Ganesh in the city.

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