Ganesh Visarjan is a sacred Hindu ritual that concludes the joyous festival of Ganesh Chaturthi. On this day, devotees immerse Lord Ganesha idols in rivers, lakes, or the sea, bidding farewell to the deity and inviting his return next year. The immersion represents the eternal cycle of creation and dissolution in the universe.
Ganesh Visarjan 2026 Date
Date
Ganesh Visarjan happens on Anant Chaturdashi. The date falls in the month of Bhadrapada. In 2026, it will be on September 15.
Time and Tithi
- Chaturdashi Tithi begins: 04:08 AM on September 15, 2026.
- Chaturdashi Tithi ends: 02:27 AM on September 16, 2026.
Nakshatra
The nakshatra during Visarjan is Revati.
Nakshatra During Visarjan
The nakshatra on Ganesh Visarjan will be Revati, considered auspicious for this ritual.
Key Rituals and Activities
- Perform final prayers and aarti for Lord Ganesha
- Carry decorated idols in colorful processions
- Immerse idols in rivers, lakes, or the sea
- Sing devotional songs and dance in celebration
The grand processions filled with music, chanting, and dancing are the most striking feature of Ganesh Visarjan celebrations.
Why Ganesh Visarjan Is Celebrated
This ritual symbolizes the cycle of birth, life, and dissolution. It reminds devotees of the impermanence of life and the continuous renewal of creation.
Places of CelebrationGanesh Visarjan is celebrated across India with great devotion, especially in Maharashtra, Goa, Karnataka, Telangana, Andhra Pradesh, and Gujarat.
Ganesh Visarjan and Devotion
Through Ganesh Visarjan, devotees express gratitude for Lord Ganesha’s blessings during Ganesh Chaturthi. The immersion is both a farewell and a promise of his return, strengthening faith and community bonds.
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