Ganesh Chaturthi 2026: Sept 14 is the Day!

Ganesh Chaturthi, a significant Hindu festival celebrating the birth of Lord Ganesha, will be observed on Monday, September 14, 2026. Despite the Chaturthi Tithi extending into September 15, the festivities will commence on the 14th as per Hindu Panchang calculations. The auspicious time for Ganesh Puja and idol installation, known as the Madhyahna period, is highly regarded by devotees. Specifically for New Delhi, the Puja Muhurat is set between 11:02 am and 1:31 pm on September 14. Families will prepare by cleaning the puja area and placing the idol on a decorated platform. The ten-day Ganeshotsav period will conclude with Anant Chaturdashi on September 25, the main day for Ganesh Visarjan, marking the farewell to Lord Ganesha with immersion ceremonies. Shorter traditions may involve earlier Visarjan dates.