Ganesh Chaturthi 2024: Step-by-Step Guide to Perform Ganpati Puja at Home

Guide to Perform Ganpati Puja at Home: Ganesh Chaturthi festival begins today, September 7, and will continue for 10 days till September 17th. On these 10 days, devotees perform fasting, bring the idol of Lord Ganesha to their homes and offices, and perform prayers and mantras.

Devotees also set up pandals at different locations to celebrate the birthday of Lord Ganesha with a lot of love and affection.

Here let’s dive into a proper guide that you should perform during the 10 days of Ganesh Chaturthi:

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Select the correct idol of Lord Ganesha

If you are planning to bring the idol of Lord Ganesha then you should make sure that Ganesha's trunk is on the right side as thsi signifies good luck and wealth of the devotees.

Mooshak

Lord Ganesha Mooshak should always be kept beside Lord Ganehsa, if your idol does not have a Mooshak then you should bring one and place it beside the lord.

Shubh Muhurat

There a is Shubh Muhurat to place the idol of Lord Ganesha at your home or office, the Shubh Muhurat for Ganesh Chaturthi begins from 11:03 am to 13:34 am on September 7th.

Lord Ganesha's Face Hidden

Lord Ganesha's face should be covered with a red cloth before bringing it to your house, you can remove it after placing the idol on the right location in your house.

Bath and cleansing

Before sitting for the prayers, devotees should take a holy bath and the house’s should kept clean as gives a sign of positivity.

Wooden Plank

Lord Ganesha's idol should be kept on a wooden plank with a yellow cloth placed above it and it should be decorated with flowers.

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Clothes and Tilak

Devotees should wear yellow clothes and a yellow Patka before bringing the idol of Lord Ganesha home and should also put a yellow chandan tilak on the forehead of Lord Ganesha.

Place Diya and Kalash

Devotees should also place a diya and kalash full of water in front of the idol of Lord Ganesha.

Offer coconut and flowers

Devotees should also offer a coconut and keep it above the kalash along with a yellow flower garland.

Perform Mantras and Aarti

Devotees should perform several Mantras and aarti to conclude the puja.

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