Ganesh Chaturthi, also known as Vinayaka Chaturthi or Ganpati Festival, is one of the most celebrated Hindu festivals dedicated to Lord Ganesha, the remover of obstacles and patron of arts and sciences. This vibrant festival marks the birth of Lord Ganesha and is celebrated with immense devotion, joy, and grandeur across India and around the world.
Significance and Traditions of Ganesh Chaturthi
Ganesh Chaturthi falls on the fourth day (Chaturthi) of the bright fortnight of the Hindu month of Bhadrapada. The festival celebrates Lord Ganesha's birth and his role as the destroyer of obstacles and patron of new beginnings. Devotees believe that invoking Lord Ganesha before starting any new venture ensures success and removes hurdles from their path.
Key Festival Traditions
- Ganpati Installation: Bringing home beautiful clay idols of Lord Ganesha
- Daily Prayers: Offering prayers, aarti, and bhajans to Ganpati Bappa
- Modak Offerings: Preparing sweet modaks, Lord Ganesha's favorite food
- Community Celebrations: Participating in public Ganpati pandals and processions
- Visarjan Ceremony: Immersing the idol in water with great fanfare
Ganesh Chaturthi English Wishes
Share these beautiful English greeting cards for Ganesh Chaturthi with your loved ones. Download free and share on WhatsApp, Facebook, and other social media platforms.
Lord ganesha is our mentor & protector. May he enrich you life by always giving you great beginnings...
Destroy your sorrows; Enhance your happiness; And create goodness all around you!
Bhakti Ganapati...shakti Ganpati....Siddhi Ganapati.....Lakshmi Ganapati... Maha Ganpati....May this...
May lord ganesh removes all obstacles, and gives you happiness to you and your family and entire to ...
गणेश चतुर्थी हिंदी शुभकामनाएं
Celebrate with these beautiful Hindi greeting cards for Ganesh Chaturthi. Perfect for sharing the joy of Ganpati festival with family and friends.
Vakra tunda mahakay suryakoti samprabha nirvighnam karu me dev sarvakaryshu sarvada
Gannayakay gandevtay ganadhayakshay dhimahi
Vighanaharta, mangalkarta sab ke jivan utsah ka sanchar kare, Samasta vipattiyo se aap sabke parivar...
Ganesh ji ka rup nirala hai, chehra bhi kitna bhola bhala hai, Jise bhi aati hai koi mushibat use in...
Ganesh chathurthi ki hardik shubhkamnaye
Ganesh chathurthi ki hardik shubhkamnaye
Bappa Morya. Ganesh chaturthi ki hardik shubhkamanye
गणेश चतुर्थी मराठी शुभेच्छा
Celebrate with these beautiful Marathi greeting cards for Ganesh Chaturthi. Share the divine blessings of Ganpati Bappa with your loved ones.
Adachani khup ahet jivanat pan tyana samor jayachi takad bappa fakta tujyamule yete.
Pahun te gojirvana ramya rup moh hoi manas khup,theunya tuj hati modak prasad hote sadaiv darshanach...
Ganesh chaturthichya hardik shubhechhya
Ganadhish. Ganesh Chaturthichya hardik shubhechchha
Ganpati Bappa Morya
Ganpati Bappa Morya
Bappa Morya re. Lalbagcha Raja
Shrimant Dagadusheth
The Legend of Lord Ganesha's Birth
According to Hindu mythology, Lord Ganesha was created by Goddess Parvati from the turmeric paste she used for her bath. She breathed life into the figure and asked him to guard the entrance while she bathed. When Lord Shiva returned and was denied entry by young Ganesha, a fierce battle ensued, resulting in Ganesha's head being severed. To console the grieving Parvati, Shiva replaced Ganesha's head with that of an elephant, thus creating the beloved elephant-headed deity.
"Vakra tunda mahakaya, surya koti samprabha. Nirvighnam kuru me deva, sarva karyeshu sarvada." - O Lord Ganesha with curved trunk and massive body, shining like crores of suns, please remove obstacles from all my endeavors.
When is Ganesh Chaturthi 2025?
Ganesh Chaturthi 2025 will be celebrated on September 7th, Saturday. The festival begins with Ganesh Chaturthi and continues for 10 days, culminating in Anant Chaturdashi when the grand Visarjan (immersion) ceremony takes place. Different regions celebrate for varying durations - some for 1 day, 3 days, 5 days, 7 days, or the full 11 days.
Festival Duration and Celebrations
- Day 1-3: Installation of Ganpati idols and daily prayers
- Day 4-7: Community celebrations and cultural programs
- Day 8-10: Grand processions and pandal visits
- Final Day: Anant Chaturdashi - Visarjan ceremony
Ganpati Bappa Morya - The Festival Cry
The popular chant "Ganpati Bappa Morya, Mangal murti morya" resonates through the streets during Ganesh Chaturthi. This devotional cry expresses the devotees' love and reverence for Lord Ganesha. The festival brings communities together, transcending social barriers and creating an atmosphere of unity, devotion, and celebration.
Eco-Friendly Celebrations
Modern celebrations increasingly emphasize environmental consciousness. Many devotees now choose clay idols over Plaster of Paris ones, use natural colors for decoration, and prefer immersion in artificial tanks rather than natural water bodies. This shift ensures that the festival remains joyous while protecting our environment.
Modak - Lord Ganesha's Favorite Sweet
No Ganesh Chaturthi celebration is complete without modaks, the sweet dumplings that are Lord Ganesha's favorite food. Made with rice flour, jaggery, and coconut, these delicious treats are offered to Ganpati Bappa during prayers. Families compete to make the most delicious modaks, believing that offering them with devotion brings prosperity and happiness.
Popular Ganesh Chaturthi Foods
- Modak: Sweet dumplings filled with jaggery and coconut
- Laddu: Round sweets made with gram flour or coconut
- Puran Poli: Sweet flatbread stuffed with lentil filling
- Kheer: Rice pudding flavored with cardamom and dry fruits
Spreading Joy and Devotion
Share the divine blessings of Lord Ganesha with your loved ones by sending heartfelt wishes and greetings. Download the beautiful greeting cards provided above and spread the festive cheer on social media platforms. Let the spirit of Ganesh Chaturthi bring families and communities together in celebration of wisdom, prosperity, and new beginnings.
May Lord Ganesha remove all obstacles from your path and bless you with wisdom, success, and happiness. May his divine presence bring peace and prosperity to your home and family. Ganpati Bappa Morya! Wishing you a very Happy Ganesh Chaturthi!