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Ganesh Chaturthi 2024: Date and time
According to Hindu mythology, Lord Ganesha was born during the Shukla Paksha of the month of Bhadrapada, which usually falls between August and September of the Gregorian calendar. In 2024, Ganesh Chaturthi will be celebrated on Saturday, September 7.
Key Dates and Timings for Ganesh Chaturthi 2024:
Start date: Saturday, September 7, 2024
End date: Tuesday, September 17, 2024
Ganesh Chaturthi Tithi Begins: September 6 at 3:01 pm
Ganesh Chaturthi Tithi Ends: 7th September at 5:37 pm
Ganesh Puja 2024 Muhurat: 11:03 am to 1:34 pm on 7th September (Madhyahna Ganesha Puja Muhurat)
Ganesh Visarjan 2024: Tuesday, September 17, 2024
The significance of Ganesh Chaturthi
Ganesh Chaturthi is deeply rooted in Hindu tradition and history. This festival is believed to have originated during the Maratha Empire of the 17th century and later gained huge popularity during the British colonial era. The great freedom fighter, Lokmanya Tilak, played a pivotal role in promoting Ganesh Chaturthi as a public festival to unite people and inspire them in the struggle for independence.
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