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Ganesh Jayanti 2026: In Sanatan Dharma, Lord Ganesha is considered the first worshipper. That means Lord Ganesha is worshiped first. When any obstacle comes in life, Lord Ganesha is remembered first. Lord Ganesha removes every obstacle in life, that is why he has been called the remover of obstacles. Chaturthi date of Krishna and Shukla Paksha of the month has been dedicated to Lord Ganesha.
Ganesh Jayanti is celebrated on the Chaturthi date of Shukla Paksha of Magh month. It is also called Magh Vinayak Chaturthi or Gauri Ganesh Chaturthi. The festival of Ganesh Jayanti is considered a symbol of faith, devotion and new beginnings. This year’s Ganesh Jayanti is special because there will be Ravi Yoga on this day. This yoga is very auspicious for worship. Variyaan Yoga and Parigha Yoga are also being formed on this day, but Bhadra will also reside there.
When is Ganesh Jayanti? (When is Ganesh Jayanti 2026)
According to the calculations of the Panchang, Chaturthi Tithi of Shukla Paksha of Magh month will start on 22 January 2026 at 02:47 AM. This date will end on January 23, 2026 at 02:28 pm. Since Udaya Tithi and noon time are coinciding on 22 January, Ganesh Jayanti will be celebrated on 22 January 2026, Thursday only.
Ganesh Jayanti Puja Subh Muhurat (Ganesh Jayanti 2026 Puja Subh Muhurat)
The auspicious time for worship on the day of Ganesh Jayanti will be 11.29 am on January 22. This auspicious time of puja will last for about two hours till 01:37 pm.
Bhadra’s shadow will remain on the day of Ganesh Jayanti (Ganesh Jayanti 2026 Bhadra Kaal)
Ganesh Jayanti will be celebrated in the shadow of Bhadra. Because on this day Bhadra will reside on earth. Bhadra Kaal will start at 02:40 pm on Ganesh Jayanti on 22nd January. This will last till 02:28 am on January 23. Therefore, no auspicious work, including worship, can be done during Bhadra period. Therefore, do worship on this day before the beginning of Bhadra Kaal.
Why moon darshan is not done on this day?
Seeing the moon on Chaturthi Tithi of Shukla Paksha is not considered auspicious. If you see the moon on this day, you may face false accusations or defamation. This is the reason why moon darshan is prohibited on the day of Magh Ganesh Chaturthi.
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