Vinayaka Chaturthi 2023: When is Vinayaka Chaturthi? Know date and auspicious time, puja vidhi and more

Vinayaka Chaturthi 2023: Vinayaka Chaturthi is being observed on Thursday, February 23 this month. On this day, people observe fast and worship lord Ganesha. It is believed that Lord Ganesha blesses the devotees who observe this fast with wisdom and patience.

Vinayaka Chaturthi is also known as Varad Vinayaka Chaturthi. The word Varad means "asking God to fulfill any desire one has".

What is Vinayaka Chaturthi?

In the Hindu calendar, there are two Chaturthi Tithis in each lunar month. These Tithi(s) belong to Lord Ganesha. The Chaturthi which falls after Amavasya or new moon during Shukla Paksha is known as Vinayaka Chaturthi. While the one after Purnimasi or full moon during Krishna Paksha is known as Sankashti Chaturthi.

Vinayaka Chaturthi during Bhadrapada month

According to the Panchang, Vinayaka Chaturthi fast is observed every month, but the most significant one falls in the month of Bhadrapada. Vinayaka Chaturthi during Bhadrapada month is known as Ganesha Chaturthi. The day is celebrated by Hindus all over the world as the birthday of Lord Ganesha.

Vinayaka Chaturthi 2023: Date and Time

According to Drik Panchang, the Vinayaka Chaturthi will start at 3:24 AM on February 23 and will end at 1:33 PM on February 24.
Begins - 03:24 AM, Feb 23
Ends - 01:33 AM, Feb 24

Vinayaka Chaturthi 2023: Puja Vidhi

Devotees should wake up early in the morning, i.e., during Brahma Muhurta and take a bath. After that, he/she should vow to keep a fast and worship Lord Ganesha. During the puja, devotees can offer flowers, incense sticks, sweets and more to the lord.

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