Ganesh Chaturthi 2025: Date, History, Rituals & Celebrations

By Sushant Agarwal

Published on | Aug 26, 2025

Festival of Faith

Ganesh Chaturthi is one of India’s most loved festivals. Families and communities welcome Lord Ganesha with devotion, joy, and grandeur.

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Date and Timing

Ganesh Chaturthi 2025 is on Aug 27. Chaturthi Tithi: Aug 26 1:54 PM – Aug 27 3:44 PM. Puja Muhurat: 11:05 AM – 1:40 PM.

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Why It Is Celebrated

Ganesh Chaturthi celebrates Lord Ganesha’s birth, the one who removes hurdles, symbolizing wisdom, unity, togetherness, and new beginnings.

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Historical Roots

Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj promoted Ganesh Chaturthi in Maratha era, and Lokmanya Tilak later popularised it to unite people under British rule.

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Ganesha’s Creation

Legend says Goddess Parvati created Ganesha from turmeric paste and asked him to guard her while she bathed.

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Shiva’s Blessing

When Shiva severed Ganesha’s head in anger, he later revived him with an elephant’s head, making Ganesha the first god to be worshipped.

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Rituals at Home

Families begin with Murti Sthapana, perform daily puja, offer flowers & modaks, sing aartis, & prepare sweets. Every ritual reflects devotion and joy.

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Ganesh Visarjan

Ganesha Visarjan is on Sept 6, 2025, with idols immersed in water amid music, dance, and chants of “Ganpati Bappa Morya.”

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Decoration Ideas

Eco-friendly clay idols, floral garlands, banana leaves, handmade torans, lights, and traditional art backdrops brighten homes and pandals.

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Cultural Value

Ganesh Chaturthi teaches patience, devotion & unity. It strengthens family bonds & keeps alive traditions that have been passed down for generations.

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Spirit of Celebration

From heartfelt prayers to delicious modaks & vibrant processions, Ganesh Chaturthi 2025 will be a festival of faith, joy & togetherness across India.

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