Every year, Ganesh Chaturthi brings joy, devotion, and rich tradition into our homes and communities. In 2025, the festival falls on Wednesday, 27 August, offering a fresh chance to celebrate with mindfulness, safety, and a touch of eco-conscious flair.
What’s Happening This Year?
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Important Dates:
— Ganesh Chaturthi: Wednesday, 27 August 2025
— Ganesh Visarjan (Anant Chaturdashi): Saturday, 6 September 2025 -
Eco Tip: From Hyderabad to Dharwad, there’s a noticeable shift toward eco-friendly practices—white clay idols are trending, and PoP (Plaster of Paris) idols are facing bans. It’s a wonderful moment to choose biodegradable materials and preserve our rivers and lakes.
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Safety & Order: In places like Mandya and Coimbatore, officials are urging peaceful celebrations with strict guidelines—spot imaging of immersion dates, routes, permissions, and ensuring harmony around coinciding events (like Eid Milad).
How to Celebrate Ganesh Chaturthi 2025
1. Plan Ahead — Muhurat & Ritual Timings
The Chaturthi Tithi begins on 26 August at 1:54 PM and ends on 27 August at 3:44 PM. Many households choose midday (madhyahna kaal) for idol installation for auspiciousness.
2. Choose an Eco-Friendly Idol
Opt for clay idols or white clay variants (popular in Hyderabad) to avoid ecological harm.
3. Follow Local Guidelines
Check with district bodies—Coimbatore has issued safety and environmental guidelines, while Mandya has set rules for immersions to ensure communal harmony.
4. Manage Travel & Logistics
In Pune, airlines like FLY91 are adding flights to ease holiday travel. And in Kolkata, artisans are adapting to weather delays with creative solutions like indoor drying and blow torches.
5. Bring Tradition Home
Set up a puja area with flowers, lights, sweets like modak or laddoo, and aarti like Sukhakarta Dukhaharta. This beloved Marathi aarti is deeply rooted in the Ganesh tradition.
6. Ensure Safe Visarjan
If immersing in water bodies, follow eco-best practices or choose at-home bucket immersion with later use of clay for gardening .
Popular FAQs People Are Searching Now
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When is Ganesh Chaturthi 2025?
— 27 August 2025 (Wednesday) -
When is the Visarjan?
— 6 September 2025 (Saturday, Anant Chaturdashi) -
What is the muhurat for installation?
— Chaturthi Tithi runs from 26 Aug 1:54 PM to 27 Aug 3:44 PM; midday is generally chosen for installation. -
Are eco-friendly idols available?
— Yes! White clay idols are gaining popularity (e.g., Hyderabad), and many regions are banning PoP idols. -
Any safety or environmental rules this year?
— Mandya and Coimbatore have issued guidelines for secure celebrations; Dharwad has banned PoP idols and promotes clay immersion alternatives. -
How are artisans coping with the weather?
— In Kolkata, erratic rain and sun are delaying idol-making, pushing artisans to use indoor setups, blow torches, and rapid drying methods. -
Is Visarjan safe and eco-friendly?
— Use home immersion or approved sites; local bodies often support green disposal and might provide collection bins or designated immersion spots.
Final Thoughts
Ganesh Chaturthi 2025 is set to be not just joyous, but also meaningful—as tradition blends with eco-responsibility. From planning puja timings to choosing safer, greener idols, and staying updated with local guidelines—you can make your celebration heartfelt and conscientious.
Wishing you a serene, bright, and eco-friendly festival with blessings from Ganpati Bappa!
