Vinayak Chaturthi February 2026 Date

Vinayak Chaturthi Date: The Vinayak Ganesh Chaturthi fast is celebrated on the Chaturthi Tithi of the Shukla Paksha (waxing phase of the moon) each month. This day holds significant importance for devotees of Lord Ganesha, who is revered as the deity presiding over Chaturthi Tithi. He embodies wisdom, happiness, prosperity, and auspiciousness. Devotees believe that honoring Lord Ganesha helps eliminate life's obstacles, ensures success in endeavors, and leads to the attainment of knowledge and wealth. Let's explore the date for Vinayak Chaturthi in February 2026, along with the auspicious timings for worship and the periods when moon sighting is discouraged.

Vinayak Chaturthi 2026 Date

Date of Vinayak Chaturthi: The Chaturthi of the Shukla Paksha in the month of Phalgun is also referred to as Dhundhiraj Chaturthi. According to the Matsya Purana, it is known as Manorath Chaturthi. On this day, devotees worship the Dhundhiraj form of Lord Ganesha. In 2026, the Vinayaka Chaturthi fast will take place on Saturday, February 21st.

Chaturthi Tithi and Puja Muhurta

Chaturthi Tithi and Worship Timing: As per the Drishyam Panchang, Chaturthi Tithi will commence at 2:38 PM on February 20, 2026, and conclude at 1 PM on February 21st.
The ideal time for the midday puja will be from 11:27 AM to 1 PM on February 21st. It is believed that performing worship during this period yields swift and favorable outcomes, fulfilling devotees' wishes.

Worship Method on Vinayaka Chaturthi

How to Worship on Vinayaka Chaturthi: Begin your day early during Brahma Muhurta, take a bath, and dress in clean attire.
Make a vow to fast and perform worship.
Install a Ganesha idol crafted from gold, silver, copper, brass, or clay.
Present vermilion and 21 Durva grass to Ganesha.
Offer Laddus or Modaks.
Recite the mantra "Om Gan Ganpataye Namah" or the twelve names of Lord Ganesha.
Contribute food, green gram, clothing, or money to those in need.
Conduct the evening aarti and then conclude your fast. Observing the Vinayak Chaturthi fast with these rituals is believed to bring joy, peace, and prosperity into one’s life.

Prohibited Moon Sighting Times

Moon Sighting Restrictions: Observing the moon on Chaturthi Tithi is considered forbidden.
Avoid moon sighting from 2:38 PM to 9:12 PM on February 20.
Additionally, refrain from moon sighting from 8:56 AM to 10:16 PM on February 21.

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