Why 'Madhyahnakala' Is The Best Time For Ganesha Chaturthi Puja, Read In Details
Key Points
The festival's Pooja Vidhi involves several rituals and as per Drik Panchang.
Lord Ganesha is worshipped with all sixteen rituals
The Madhyahna Ganesha Puja Muhurat is from 11:05 am to 01:40 pm on August 27.
Bhubaneswar, Aug 26: The festival of 'Ganesh Chaturthi' is here but do you know the best timing for the puja or the sthapana.
The festival's Pooja Vidhi involves several rituals and as per Drik Panchang, Lord Ganesha is worshipped with all sixteen rituals along with chanting of Puranik Mantras.
It is believed that Madhyahnakala is the best time for Ganesha Chaturthi Puja. Although it can be done during Pratahkala, Madhyahnakala and Sayankala also.
This midday window is considered sacred because Lord Ganesha is believed to have been born during this time. Devotees perform the Shodashopachara Ganapati Puja, a 16-step ritual that includes offerings of modaks, flowers, and chants to invoke divine blessings.
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✨According to the Drik Panchang, Ganesha Chaturthi is on Wednesday (August 27) this year. The Madhyahna Ganesha Puja Muhurat is from 11:05 am to 01:40 pm on August 27.
Chaturthi Tithi Begins - 1:54 PM on August 26, 2025
Chaturthi Tithi Ends - 3:44 PM on August 27, 2025
Time to avoid moon sighting on August 26 - 1:54 PM to 8:29 PM
Time to avoid moon sighting on August 27 - 9:32 AM to 8:56 PM
Sunrise - 5:57 AM
Sunset - 6:48 PM
Moonrise - 9:28 AM
Vijay Muhurta - 2:31 PM to 3:22 PM
Ravi Yoga - 5:57 AM to 6:04 AM
Brahma Muhurta - 4:28 AM to 5:12 AM