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Vinayaka Chaturthi

Vinayaka Chaturthi is observed on the 4th day of the waxing moon (Shukla Chaturthi). It is a day to invite wisdom, auspiciousness, and new beginnings into our lives.

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SPIRITUAL STORY

Worshipping Ganesha at midday (Madhyahna) is the primary ritual. It commemorates the manifestation of Ganesha as the supreme intellect. It is said that starting any project after this Puja ensures it will be completed without any delays.

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Primary Deity

Lord Ganesha

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FASTING PROTOCOLS

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    Perform the Puja precisely during the Madhyahna Kaal (Midday).
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    Offer 21 blades of Durva grass and yellow flowers.
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    Prepare sweet Modaks—Ganesha's favorite offering.
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    Observe a partial fast until the midday rituals are complete.

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Full Year 2026 Schedule

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Accurate dates & timings for Ujjain, Madhya Pradesh

DateDayHighlightswb_sunnySunrisewb_twilightSunsetnightlightMoonrisebrightness_2Moonset
23 Jan 2026FridayShukla Chaturthi (Paush)
22 Feb 2026SundayShukla Chaturthi (Magha)
22 Mar 2026SundayShukla Chaturthi (Phalguna)
20 Apr 2026MondayShukla Chaturthi (Chaitra)
20 May 2026WednesdayShukla Chaturthi (Vaishakha)
18 Jun 2026ThursdayShukla Chaturthi (Jyeshtha)
17 Jul 2026FridayShukla Chaturthi (Ashadha)
16 Aug 2026SundayShukla Chaturthi (Shravana)
14 Sept 2026MondayGanesh Chaturthi — Main Festival
14 Oct 2026WednesdayShukla Chaturthi (Ashvin)
13 Nov 2026FridayShukla Chaturthi (Kartik)
12 Dec 2026SaturdayShukla Chaturthi (Margashirsha)