Ganpati Bappa Morya! September 5 or 6? When Is Celebrating Anant Chaturdashi: Check Ganesh Visarjan Muhurat

Ganesh Chaturthi 2025, one of the most widely celebrated Hindu festivals in India, began on Wednesday, August 27, marking the start of the ten-day Ganeshotsav festivities. On this day, beautifully crafted idols of Lord Ganesha were installed in homes and public pandals across Maharashtra and other parts of the country. It culminates with Ganesh Visarjan on Anant Chaturdashi.

September 5 or 6, When is Ganesh Visarjan 2025? Know Anant Chaturdashi 2025 Date

In 2025, Anant Chaturdashi-the day of immersion-coincides with Ganesh Visarjan on September 6. The Chaturdashi tithi begins at 3:12 AM on Saturday and ends at 1:41 AM on Sunday, September 7. The day is filled with vibrant processions where families and community groups carry idols with music, dance, and prayers. Many also observe a fast on this day as a mark of devotion. Those unable to fast fully may consume fruits.

Shubh Muhurat For Ganesh Visarjan 2025; Check Panchang Thithi, Timings

It is essential to conduct the immersion during auspicious periods, or 'muhurat', as prescribed by the Hindu calendar. The most favourable timings for Ganesh Visarjan on September 6 are as follows:

• Morning (Shubh): 7:36 AM to 9:10 AM
• Afternoon (Labh, Amrit): 12:19 PM to 5:02 PM
• Evening (Labh): 6:37 PM to 8:02 PM
• Night (Shubh, Amrit, Char): 9:28 PM to 1:45 AM (extending into September 7)

While the majority of devotees observe immersion on Anant Chaturdashi, traditions vary. Some households follow rituals that call for Visarjan after 1.5, 3, 5, or 7 days of Ganesh Chaturthi. Regardless of the chosen day, the guiding principle remains the same: perform the visarjan with devotion, reverence, and within the sanctified muhurat to invite divine blessings and spiritual fulfilment.

Ganpati Bappa Morya! Processions of Ganesh Visarjan Pooja

Devotees usually conduct an Uttarang puja (farewell puja) before heading for immersion. This includes applying tilak to the idol, offering flowers, lighting incense, and singing devotional hymns and aartis. Items like coconut, Durva grass, and Shami leaves are used during this ritual. A traditional practice also involves scattering rice grains used in the worship throughout the home to invite prosperity. Walking barefoot during the immersion is considered an act of humility and devotion.

Story Behind Anant Chaturdashi

Anant Chaturdashi, the day of immersion, also holds significance in the worship of Lord Vishnu. Devotees observe a saltless fast and prepare sweet dishes like kheer and sevaiyan. A key ritual includes tying a red thread with 14 knots, known as the "Anant" thread, on the wrist. This thread symbolises the 14 worlds of Lord Vishnu and is believed to bring protection and infinite blessings to the wearer.

In 2025, the Ganesh festival also saw a strong surge in festive shopping. BigBasket, a leading e-commerce grocery platform, reported selling over 25,000 Ganesha idols and more than 1.3 lakh bananas during the festival week. This highlights the cultural and economic vibrance of the season.