August 26, 2025: Ganesh Chaturthi, also known as Vinayaka Chaturthi, is one of the most widely celebrated Hindu festivals across India and the world. Dedicated to Lord Ganesha, the remover of obstacles and the symbol of wisdom and prosperity, this festival blends devotion, tradition, and community spirit.
Ganesh Chaturthi 2025 Date and Muhurat
In 2025, Ganesh Chaturthi falls on Friday, August 29, 2025.
Chaturthi Tithi Begins: August 28, 2025, at 6:35 PM
Chaturthi Tithi Ends: August 29, 2025, at 8:52 PM
Ganesh Murti Sthapana (Installation) Muhurat: Morning hours on August 29 are considered highly auspicious.
Devotees bring home idols of Lord Ganesha, perform prayers, and observe rituals for 1.5, 3, 5, 7, or 10 days, depending on family tradition. The celebration concludes with Ganesh Visarjan (immersion of idols) on Anant Chaturdashi.
Significance of Ganesh Chaturthi
Lord Ganesha, also known as Vighnaharta (remover of obstacles), is invoked before any auspicious beginning. The festival symbolizes:
New Beginnings: Worshipping Ganesha ensures success and prosperity.
Unity & Community: Introduced by Lokmanya Tilak to bring people together during India’s freedom movement.
Spiritual Cleansing: The immersion ritual reflects the cycle of creation and dissolution in life.
How Ganesh Chaturthi is Celebrated in India
Maharashtra (Mumbai & Pune): Grand pandals, cultural performances, and vibrant processions.
Goa & Karnataka: Traditional pujas and community feasts.
Tamil Nadu, Telangana & Andhra Pradesh: Family celebrations with clay idols, devotional songs, and sweets.
Ganesh Visarjan: The immersion procession, accompanied by music and chants of “Ganpati Bappa Morya!”, is a highlight of the festival.
Ganesh Chaturthi Celebrations Worldwide
United States
Cities like New York, New Jersey, Houston, and California host community Ganesh Utsavs with cultural events, dances, and eco-friendly idols.
United Kingdom
London, Birmingham, and Leicester organize vibrant celebrations with processions and cultural showcases, attracting diverse communities.
Canada
Toronto and Vancouver temples witness large gatherings, with rituals, bhajans, and food stalls.
Australia & New Zealand
Sydney, Melbourne, and Auckland celebrate with temple rituals and Indian community festivals.
Middle East
In the UAE, Oman, and Bahrain, Ganesh Chaturthi is celebrated privately in temples and community centers, preserving tradition while respecting local laws.
Southeast Asia
Singapore, Malaysia, and Mauritius host temple processions, cultural performances, and community prayers.
Ganesh Chaturthi Food and Recipes
No Ganesh Chaturthi celebration is complete without Lord Ganesha’s favorite sweets:
Modak (steamed or fried dumplings with coconut and jaggery)
Laddu (besan, rava, or boondi varieties)
Puran Poli (sweet stuffed flatbread)
Karanji / Gujiya (coconut-jaggery-filled pastry)
Eco-Friendly Ganesh Chaturthi
With growing awareness of sustainability, devotees now prefer:
Clay and biodegradable idols
Natural colors and decorations
Digital aartis and online darshans to reduce crowding
Photos & Videos of Global Ganesh Chaturthi 2025
From Mumbai’s iconic Lalbaugcha Raja to community Ganesh Utsavs in New York, Toronto, London, and Singapore, visuals of Ganesh Chaturthi showcase the festival’s vibrant spirit worldwide.
Conclusion
Ganesh Chaturthi is more than a festival—it is a celebration of faith, culture, and togetherness. Whether in India or abroad, the chants of “Ganpati Bappa Morya!” echo with the same devotion, uniting millions in hope for wisdom, prosperity, and new beginnings.