Ganesh Chaturthi 2022: Date, tithi, puja muhurat; here's all you need to know

Devotees carry Lord Ganesha idol during a procession ahead of the Ganesh Chaturthi festival in Mumbai. Pic/PTI

Ganesh Chaturthi, also known as Vinayak Chaturthi, is dedicated to Lord Ganesha. It is one of the biggest festivals celebrated across India. This year, Ganeshotsav begins on August 31.

The day is celebrated by observing a fast on the Chaturthi date of Shukla Paksha of Bhadrapada month. Ganesh Chaturthi is celebrated to mark the birthday of Lord Ganesha.

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On the occasion of Ganesh Chaturthi, devotees worship Lord Ganesha for a prosperous and good future. It is believed that Ganesh Chaturthi marks the rebirth of Ganesh and signifies ‘new beginnings'. On this day, idols of Lord Ganesha are brought home and people offer prayers and bhog for 10 days. On Anant Chaturdashi, devotees immerse the idols of Lord Ganesha in water bodies.

Ganesh Chaturthi 2022: Date and Tithi

Ganesh Chaturthi 2022: August 31, 2022 (Wednesday)

Chaturthi Tithi Begins - 03:33 pm on August 30, 2022
Chaturthi Tithi Ends - 03:22 pm on August 31, 2022

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Ganesh Chaturthi 2022: Puja Muhurat

Madhyahna Ganesha Puja Muhurat - 11:24 AM to 01:54 PM

(Source for Timings and Tithi: Drik Panchang)