Ganesh Chaturthi Puja Samagri: Important Items Checklist
To perform Ganesh Puja, certain materials are necessary.
Here is the checklist.
- Chowki (Platform): A clean and decorated platform to place the idol.
- Yellow and Red Cloth: Sacred cloth to cover the platform and wrap around the idol.
- Idol of Lord Ganesha: The central figure for the Puja.
- Betel Nut and Betel Leaves: Used in offerings and rituals.
- Laddoos and Modak: Traditional sweets, especially Modak, which is considered Lord Ganesha’s favourite.
- Durva Grass: An important offering to Lord Ganesha.
- Coconut and Seasonal Fruits: Offered to the deity during the Puja.
- Incense Sticks and Lamps: For creating a sacred atmosphere.
- Matches, Vermilion, and Flowers: Essential for various rituals.
- Kalash (Sacred Pot): Symbolises abundance and is used in rituals.
- Garland and Flowers: To adorn the idol and the Puja area.
Ganesh Chaturthi 2024 shubh muhurat: Citywise puja timings
According to Drik Panchang, the shubh muhurat on Ganesh ji Chaturthi is from 11:03 am to 1:34 pm on September 7.
Citywise puja timings –
Pune – 11:18 am to 01:47 pm
Mumbai – 11:22 am to 01:51 pm
New Delhi – 11:03 am to 01:34 pm
Gurgaon – 11:04 am to 01:35 pm
Noida – 11:03 am to 01:33 pm
Chennai – 10:53 am to 01:21 pm
Jaipur – 11:09 am to 01:40 pm
Hyderabad – 11:00 am to 01:28 pm
Chandigarh – 11:05 am to 01:36 pm
Kolkata – 10:20 am to 12:49 pm
Bengaluru – 11:04 am to 01:31 pm
Ahmedabad – 11:23 am to 01:52 pm
Meanwhile, the Chaturthithi will begin at 3:01 pm on September 6 and end at 5:37 pm on September 7.
Ganesh Chaturthi 2024: Know the Ganesh Visarjan date
This year, the 10-day festival of Ganesh Chaturthi will begin on September 7, and Ganesh Visarjan will be observed on Tuesday, September 17.
Morning Muhurat – 9:11 am to 1:47 pm
Afternoon Muhurat – 3:19 pm to 4:51 pm
Evening Muhurat – 7:51 pm to 9:19 pm
Night Muhurat – 10:47 pm to 3:12 am, September 18
Chaturdashi Tithi Begins at 3:10 pm on September 16 and ends at 11:44 am on September 17.
5th Day Visarjan
Morning Muhurat (Shubha) – 10:44 AM to 12:17 PM, Sep 11
Afternoon Muhurat (Chara, Labha) – 03:24 PM to 06:31 PM, Sep 11
Evening Muhurat (Shubha, Amrita, Chara) – 07:57 PM to 12:18 AM, Sep 12
Early Morning Muhurat (Labha) – 03:11 AM to 04:38 AM, Sep 12
Morning Muhurat (Labha, Amrita) – 06:04 AM to 09:11 AM
7th Day Auspicious Choghadiya Muhurat for Ganesha Visarjan
Morning Muhurat (Chara, Labha, Amrita) – 06:05 AM to 10:44 AM
Afternoon Muhurat (Chara) – 04:55 PM to 06:28 PM
Afternoon Muhurat (Shubha) – 12:17 PM to 01:50 PM
Night Muhurat (Labha) – 09:23 PM to 10:50 PM
Night Muhurat (Shubha, Amrita, Chara) – 12:17 AM to 04:38 AM, Sep 14
10th Day Ganesha Visarjan on Anant Chaturdashi on Tuesday, September 17, 2024
Auspicious Choghadiya Muhurat for Ganesha Visarjan
Morning Muhurat (Chara, Labha, Amrita) – 09:11 AM to 01:47 PM
Afternoon Muhurat (Shubha) – 03:19 PM to 04:51 PM
Evening Muhurat (Labha) – 07:51 PM to 09:19 PM
Night Muhurat (Shubha, Amrita, Chara) – 10:47 PM to 03:12 AM, Sep 18
Chaturdashi Tithi Begins – 03:10 PM on Sep 16, 2024
Chaturdashi Tithi Ends – 11:44 AM on Sep 17, 2024
Visarjan Rituals: A Step-by-Step Guide
Honoring Lord Ganesha through proper Visarjan rituals is a significant and devotional practice. Here’s a step-by-step guide to help you perform Visarjan rituals at home:
- Preparation for Visarjan Clean the area around the idol and decorate it with flowers, diyas (lamps), and incense sticks. Gather all the necessary items, including turmeric, kumkum, rice, flowers, betel leaves, coconut, and modaks for the final offering.
- Ganesh Aarti Start the Visarjan ceremony with a heartfelt aarti (devotional song) dedicated to Lord Ganesha. Chant mantras such as “Om Gan Ganapataye Namah” and sing the traditional aarti to seek blessings and show gratitude.
- Offering Prasad and Modaks Present Lord Ganesha with his favorite sweets, like modaks and ladoos, along with fruits and other prasad. Place these offerings in front of the idol with folded hands and sincere prayers.
- Final Prayers and Farewell Conduct the Uttarpuja, the final worship before Visarjan. This ritual marks the end of Ganesha’s stay in your home. Offer flowers, turmeric, kumkum, and rice while praying for blessings, prosperity, and the removal of obstacles.
- Immersion of the Idol For a small idol, immerse it in a bucket or tub of water. For larger idols, proceed to a nearby water body such as a river, lake, or sea. Gently immerse the idol while chanting “Ganpati Bappa Morya, Pudhachya Varshi Lavkar Ya” (O Lord Ganesha, come again early next year).
- Environmental Considerations Use eco-friendly idols made of clay and natural colors to avoid pollution. Avoid harmful materials and ensure you perform the immersion responsibly by choosing designated Visarjan spots.
- Post-Visarjan Rituals After the immersion, return home and distribute the prasad among family and friends. Light a diya in the temple area and offer prayers, thanking Lord Ganesha for his visit and seeking his blessings for the year ahead.
Ganesh Chaturthi 2024: Bhog for Lord Ganesh
On the occasion of Ganesh Chaturthi, you can present Lord Ganesh with modak, laddu, pooran poli, kheer, and supari as bhog. Modaks are Lord Ganesha’s most favourite food items. In fact, Lord Ganesh’s idols are often seen holding modak in their hand.