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The holy festival of Ganesh Chaturthi is being celebrated on Wednesday. This day is dedicated to the worship of Lord Ganesha. This time this festival is falling on a special yoga day, as it is Wednesday and also Chitra Nakshatra. It is believed that worshiping Ganpati in this auspicious yoga gives special fruits, and all wishes are fulfilled.
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New Delhi: The holy festival of Ganesh Chaturthi is being celebrated on Wednesday. This day is dedicated to the worship of Lord Ganesha. This time this festival is falling on a special yoga day, as it is Wednesday and also Chitra Nakshatra. It is believed that worshiping Ganpati in this auspicious yoga gives special fruits, and all wishes are fulfilled.
Time of installation of idol
If you have not installed the idol of Ganpati yet, then there is no need to panic. There are auspicious times for installation of idols today in the afternoon and evening as well. Afternoon Muhurta is till 12:30 pm, while Evening Muhurta will be from 3:45 pm to 6:45 pm. You can install Ganpati in these times.
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Method and importance of worship
Before starting the puja, some special things should be kept in mind. First of all, make a Swastik sign at the place where you will seat Ganpati and on the main door. Swastik is considered to be the symbol of Lord Ganesha. By doing this, all the obstacles in life are removed, and success is achieved soon with the grace of God.
Ganesha Chaturthi celebrations
Special importance of Durva
Durva (a type of grass) has special importance in Ganesh Puja. It is believed that Ganesh Puja is considered incomplete without Durva. Durva should be offered to Lord Ganesha by counting it (e.g., by making bunches of 11 or 7).
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According to the legend, Lord Ganesha swallowed a demon named Analasur, due to which he started having a severe burning sensation in his stomach. To calm this burning sensation, he consumed Durva. Since then, Durva has been very dear to him.
Date of immersion
This time the Ganesh Chaturthi festival is being celebrated in the Bhadrapada month. Ganpati will be immersed a day before the full moon of this month, i.e., on Anant Chaturdashi. This time this date is falling on 6 September, Saturday. On this day, devotees will duly immerse the idol of Lord Ganesha, wishing him happiness and prosperity and requesting him to come soon next year.
