🕉️ Vinayaka Chaturthi 2026 – Festival Details

Date: 24 February 2026 (Tuesday)
Tithi: Chaturthi (Krishna Paksha or Shukla Paksha depends on month tradition — generally monthly “Masik Vinayaka Chaturthi”)
Deity Worshiped: Bhagwan Ganesha – Vighnaharta, Siddhidata
Category: Monthly vrat dedicated to Ganesha
Other Names: Sankat Chauth, Ganesh Chauth

Vinayaka Chaturthi is observed every month on Chaturthi tithi. The February 2026 Vinayaka Chaturthi falls on Tuesday, a highly auspicious weekday linked with Lord Hanuman and Ganesha.

🌼 Significance of Vinayaka Chaturthi

Vinayaka Chaturthi holds deep spiritual and cultural importance in Hindu tradition. Observing this fast is believed to:

• Remove obstacles (Vighna) from one’s life
• Bring success in new beginnings
• Grant intelligence, wisdom, and clarity
• Strengthen mental peace & determination
• Fulfill desires through sincere vrat
• Bring prosperity and positive energy

According to scriptures, devotees who keep this vrat with purity and devotion receive Siddhi (accomplishment) and Budddhi (intellect), both of which are blessings of Lord Ganesha.

🪔 Rituals & Puja Vidhi (Step-by-Step)

1. Morning Preparations

• Wake up early before sunrise
• Take a bath and wear clean clothes
• Clean the puja area and set up a Ganesha idol/picture

2. Sankalp (Vrat Resolution)

Take a vow to observe the vrat for the entire day with devotion.

3. Ganesh Puja

• Offer fresh flowers, durva grass, and sandalwood
• Light a diya and incense
• Offer Modak, Laddu, or jaggery
• Chant Om Gan Ganapataye Namah OR recite Ganesh Atharvashirsha
• Perform 108 names of Ganesha (Ganesha Ashtottara)

4. Fasting Rules

Devotees may follow:

• Nirjal fast (no water)
• Phalahar fast (fruits & milk)
• Simple satvik food only

5. Evening Puja

• Perform Ganesh aarti
• Break the fast after moonrise or after the evening puja as per tradition

📚 Puja Offerings (Samagri List)

• Durva grass (21 blades)
• Fresh flowers (red preferred)
• Coconut
• Modak/Laddu
• Panchamrit
• Betel leaves & nuts
• Incense, ghee diya
• Rice (akshat), kumkum, turmeric
• Ganesha idol or image

🌙 Auspicious Timings (General – Panchang Based)

(Note: If you want exact city-wise tithi start/end timings, tell me your city — I will generate precise Panchang.)

• Chaturthi Tithi Start: Will vary by location
• Chaturthi Tithi End: Will vary by location
• Recommended Puja Time: Morning & Evening (During Chaturthi Tithi)
• Moonrise: Traditionally used to break the fast

💬 FAQ – Vinayaka Chaturthi 2026

1. When is Vinayaka Chaturthi in February 2026?

It falls on 24 February 2026 (Tuesday).

2. What is the best time to perform Vinayaka Chaturthi Puja?

The best time is during the Chaturthi Tithi, especially morning or evening.

3. Can we eat during Vinayaka Chaturthi fast?

Yes, devotees may observe phalahar (fruits & milk), but many prefer a strict fast.

4. What offerings please Lord Ganesha the most?

Durva grass, Modaks, Laddu, red flowers, and chanting of Atharvashirsha.

5. Does Vinayaka Chaturthi remove obstacles?

Yes. Ganesha is Vighnaharta — the remover of obstacles. This vrat is known to bring success and peace.

6. Is this festival different from Ganesh Chaturthi?

Yes. Ganesh Chaturthi is annual (Bhadrapada month).
Vinayaka Chaturthi occurs every month.