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Manorth Chaturthi Vrat 2026 Date: In Hindu religion, Chaturthi date of every month is considered dedicated to Lord Ganesha. Chaturthi of Shukla Paksha of Phalgun month is especially called Manorath Chaturthi or Dhundhiraj Chaturthi. By fasting and worshiping on this day, it is believed that wishes will be fulfilled. There is confusion in the minds of people regarding this fast in the year 2026 whether it will be observed on 20th February or 21st February. Let us know the complete information in easy language.
When is Manorath Chaturthi, 20th or 21st February?
According to the Panchang, there is often confusion regarding the calculation of the date, but the fast is always decided on the basis of Udaya Tithi and the priority of noon time.
- Start of Chaturthi Tithi: 20 February 2026 at 02:38 pm.
- End of Chaturthi Tithi: 21st February 2026 at 01:00 PM.
Since Vinayak Chaturthi is worshiped in the afternoon, the fast of Manorath Chaturthi will be observed on 21 February 2026, Saturday.
Most auspicious time of puja
- The timings for worshiping Lord Ganesha on 21st February are as follows.
- Midday Puja Muhurta: Will be from 11:42 am to 01:00 pm.
Total Duration: 1 hour 18 minutes
Importance of Manorath Chaturthi
In the scriptures, there is a tradition of worshiping the Dhundhiraj form of Lord Ganesha on this day. It is believed that by observing this fast all the obstacles in life are removed. According to Matsya Purana, by fasting with devotion on this day, every wish of a person is fulfilled. This day is considered best for attaining intelligence, knowledge and good fortune.
How to please Ganpati?
According to belief, worshiping with this method on Manorath Chaturthi brings quick results. Wake up early in the morning, take bath and wear clean red or yellow clothes. Take a pledge to fast. In the auspicious time of afternoon, install the idol of Lord Ganesha on the post. Anoint Lord Ganesha with Ganga water and Panchamrit. Offer vermilion, akshat, durva and red flowers to the Lord. Offer his favorite modak or laddu to Lord Ganesha. Recite the fast story and at the end perform the aarti of Lord Ganesha with a ghee lamp. Remember that seeing the moon on Vinayak Chaturthi is considered inauspicious, so avoid seeing the moon at night.
Also read: What is the difference between Ganesh Chaturthi and Ganesh Jayanti? Know the important rules of worship
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