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Anant Chaturdashi 2026: Ganesh Visarjan on Sept 25, Not 24, Due to Tithi Timing
- •Anant Chaturdashi and Ganesh Visarjan in 2026 will be observed on Friday, September 25, despite the Chaturdashi Tithi beginning late on September 24.
- •The Chaturdashi Tithi commences at 11:18 pm on September 24 and extends until 11:06 pm on September 25, making September 25 the primary day for the festival.
- •Several auspicious Choghadiya periods are available for Ganesh Visarjan on September 25, including morning, afternoon, night, and even a midnight muhurat extending into September 26.
- •Anant Chaturdashi marks the conclusion of Ganesh Chaturthi celebrations, with devotees performing final prayers and immersing Lord Ganesha's idol.
- •Before immersion, devotees conduct a final puja at home or community pandals, offering flowers, fruits, sweets, incense, and a diya to Lord Ganesha.
Key Questions Answered
Although the Chaturdashi Tithi begins late at 11:18 pm on September 24, it continues through most of the following day until 11:06 pm on September 25. Because the Tithi remains in effect throughout the majority of September 25, the festival and associated Ganesh Visarjan are observed on that date.
Auspicious morning muhurats on September 25 run from 6:11 am to 10:42 am, followed by an afternoon Shubha period from 12:13 pm to 1:43 pm. Additional windows include a Chara muhurat from 4:44 pm to 6:14 pm, a night Labha slot from 9:14 pm to 10:42 pm, and a midnight muhurat from 12:13 am to 4:42 am on September 26.
Devotees perform a final puja at home or at a community pandal where the idol is offered flowers, fruits, sweets, incense, and a diya. After offering prayers and seeking Lord Ganesha's blessings, families can take the idol to an authorized immersion location or immerse it at home in a tub if using a biodegradable idol.
