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2026 Ganesh Visarjan – Dates, Muhurat, Rituals & Significance

2026 Ganesh Visarjan:- Ganesh Visarjan marks the conclusion of the grand festival of Ganesh Chaturthi. After 10 days of devotion, prayers, and celebrations, devotees bid farewell to Lord Ganesha by immersing the idol in a water body with chants of “Ganapati Bappa Morya”.

In 2026, Ganesh Visarjan will be observed on different days like 1.5 days, 3rd day, 5th day, 7th day, and finally on Anant Chaturdashi, the most significant day for Visarjan. Below are the Ganesh Visarjan 2026 dates, auspicious Choghadiya Muhurat timings, and rituals to follow.

Ganesh Visarjan 2026 Dates & Muhurat Timings (New Delhi, India)

Ganesha Visarjan on Ganesh Chaturthi

• Date: Monday, September 14, 2026
• Auspicious Muhurat:
  • Afternoon (Chara, Labha, Amrita): 13:49 – 18:28
  • Evening (Chara): 18:28 – 19:55
  • Night (Labha): 22:49 – 00:17, Sep 15
  • Early Morning (Shubha, Amrita, Chara): 01:44 – 06:06, Sep 15

One and Half Day (1.5 Days) Ganesh Visarjan 2026

• Date: Tuesday, September 15, 2026
• Auspicious Muhurat:
  • Morning (Chara, Labha, Amrita): 12:16 – 13:49
  • Afternoon (Shubha): 15:21 – 16:54
  • Evening (Labha): 19:54 – 21:21
  • Night (Shubha, Amrita, Chara): 22:49 – 03:11, Sep 16

3rd Day Ganesh Visarjan 2026

• Date: Wednesday, September 16, 2026
• Auspicious Muhurat:
  • Morning (Shubha): 10:43 – 12:16
  • Afternoon (Chara, Labha): 15:20 – 18:25
  • Evening (Shubha, Amrita, Chara): 19:53 – 00:16, Sep 17
  • Early Morning (Labha): 03:11 – 04:39, Sep 17
  • Morning (Labha, Amrita): 06:06 – 09:11

5th Day Ganesh Visarjan 2026

• Date: Friday, September 18, 2026
• Auspicious Muhurat:
  • Morning (Chara, Labha, Amrita): 06:07 – 10:43
  • Afternoon (Chara): 16:51 – 18:23
  • Afternoon (Shubha): 12:15 – 13:47
  • Night (Labha): 21:19 – 22:47
  • Night (Shubha, Amrita, Chara): 00:15 – 04:40, Sep 19

7th Day Ganesh Visarjan 2026

• Date: Sunday, September 20, 2026
• Auspicious Muhurat:
  • Morning (Chara, Labha, Amrita): 07:40 – 12:14
  • Afternoon (Shubha): 13:46 – 15:17
  • Evening (Shubha, Amrita, Chara): 18:20 – 22:46
  • Night (Labha): 01:43 – 03:12, Sep 21
  • Early Morning (Shubha): 04:40 – 06:09, Sep 21

Ganesh Visarjan on Anant Chaturdashi (Main Day)

• Date: Friday, September 25, 2026
• Auspicious Muhurat:
  • Morning (Chara, Labha, Amrita): 06:11 – 10:42
  • Afternoon (Chara): 16:44 – 18:14
  • Afternoon (Shubha): 12:13 – 13:43
  • Night (Labha): 21:14 – 22:43
  • Night (Shubha, Amrita, Chara): 00:13 – 04:42, Sep 26
• Chaturdashi Tithi:
  • Begins: 23:18, Sep 24, 2026
  • Ends: 23:06, Sep 25, 2026

Rituals of Ganesh Visarjan 2026

1. Perform final Aarti of Lord Ganesha with family.
2. Offer flowers, coconut, modaks, and sweets to Bappa.
3. Chant Ganapati Atharvashirsha or Ganesha Mantras.
4. Carry the idol in a procession with dhol, tasha, and devotional songs.
5. Immerse the idol in a river, lake, sea, or clean water body while chanting:
   “Ganapati Bappa Morya, Pudhchya Varshi Lavkar Ya!”

Significance of Ganesh Visarjan 2026

• Symbolizes the cycle of creation and dissolution – everything that takes form eventually merges back into the universe.
• Anant Chaturdashi is not only for Ganesh Visarjan but also a day to worship Lord Vishnu in Anant form.
• Families may choose 1.5, 3rd, 5th, or 7th day immersion as per tradition, but the 11th day (Anant Chaturdashi) is the most auspicious.
• Immersion in eco-friendly ways (clay idols, water buckets, artificial ponds) is highly encouraged to protect the environment.

Ganesh Visarjan Celebrations in India

• Mumbai – Grand processions with dhol-tasha, lights, and chants organized by famous Ganpati Mandals like Lalbaugcha Raja.
• Delhi & North India – Community pujas and eco-friendly immersions.
• Telugu States (Andhra Pradesh & Telangana) – Known as Vinayaka Nimajjanam.
• Pune – Cultural performances, dhol-pathak, and traditional immersion ceremonies.

FAQs on Ganesh Visarjan 2026

Q1. When is Ganesh Visarjan 2026 in India?
The main Ganesh Visarjan 2026 will be observed on Friday, September 25, 2026, on the day of Anant Chaturdashi. Devotees may also perform Visarjan on 1.5 days, 3rd, 5th, or 7th day of Ganesh Chaturthi depending on tradition.

Q2. What is the Ganesh Visarjan 2026 Muhurat (Auspicious Time)?
The most auspicious Choghadiya Muhurat for Ganesh Visarjan 2026 on Anant Chaturdashi is:

• Morning: 06:11 – 10:42
• Afternoon: 12:13 – 13:43 & 16:44 – 18:14
• Night: 21:14 – 22:43 & 00:13 – 04:42 (Sep 26)

Q3. Which day is Ganesh Visarjan in 2026?
The final Ganesh Visarjan will take place on September 25, 2026 (Anant Chaturdashi). However, devotees can also do immersion on September 14, 15, 16, 18, and 20, 2026 (based on 1.5, 3rd, 5th, and 7th day).

Q4. What is the significance of Ganesh Visarjan on Anant Chaturdashi 2026?
Anant Chaturdashi 2026 is the most important day for Ganesh Visarjan, marking the end of Ganeshotsav 2026. It also holds spiritual importance as devotees worship Lord Vishnu in Anant form and tie a sacred thread for protection.

Q5. Can Ganesh Visarjan 2026 be done at home?
Yes, families can do eco-friendly Ganesh Visarjan at home by immersing clay idols in a water bucket, tub, or artificial pond instead of rivers or seas.

Q6. How many days after Ganesh Chaturthi is Ganesh Visarjan in 2026?
Ganesh Visarjan is usually done on the 11th day (Anant Chaturdashi). But many families immerse idols on the 1.5, 3rd, 5th, or 7th day of Ganesh Chaturthi.

Q7. What are the popular Ganesh Visarjan places in India?
Major cities like Mumbai, Pune, Hyderabad, Delhi, and Bangalore witness grand Ganesh Visarjan processions. In Mumbai, thousands join the immersion of famous idols like Lalbaugcha Raja with dhol-tasha and devotional chants.

Q8. What are eco-friendly Ganesh Visarjan 2026 options?
To protect the environment, devotees are encouraged to:

• Use clay idols instead of Plaster of Paris (PoP).
• Immerse idols in artificial ponds or water tanks.
• Opt for seed Ganesha idols that grow into plants after immersion.

Ganesh Visarjan is not just a ritual, it is a festival of devotion, love, and unity. Celebrate with faith and remember Bappa’s blessing – removal of obstacles and bringing prosperity to every home.

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