23 or 24 December: When is the last Vinayak Ganesh Chaturthi of the year? Know the exact date and auspicious time of puja

New Delhi: The month of December is considered very special religiously. This month, Shukla Paksha Chaturthi of Margashirsha (Agahan) month is falling, which is being seen as the last Vinayak Chaturthi of the year. This date is considered especially fruitful for the worship of Lord Ganesha, hence there is confusion in the minds of the devotees regarding its exact date.

Many people want to know whether the last Vinayak Chaturthi of the year 2025 will be celebrated on 23 December or 24 December. It is necessary to calculate the date according to the Panchang and understand the importance of Udaya Tithi. So let us know the exact date of Vinayak Chaturthi, auspicious time of worship, method and its religious significance.

23rd or 24th December? Know the exact date of Vinayak Chaturthi

According to Hindu calendar, the beginning and end of Chaturthi Tithi is as follows:-

• Chaturthi Tithi Start: 23 December 2025 at 03:45 PM

• Chaturthi Tithi ends: 24th December 2025 at 01:30 PM

In religious beliefs, special importance is given to Udaya Tithi, that is, the Tithi which is present at the time of sunrise, fast and worship is done on the same day. Since Chaturthi Tithi will be at sunrise on 24 December 2025, the last Vinayak Chaturthi of the year will be celebrated on Wednesday, 24 December 2025.

Simple worship method of Vinayaka Chaturthi

By worshiping with proper rituals on the day of Vinayaka Chaturthi, one receives special blessings of Lord Ganesha and obstacles in life are removed. On this day, wake up early in the morning and take bath and wear clean red or yellow colored clothes. After this, take a pledge to fast and clean the place of worship and install the idol or picture of Lord Ganesha.

Anoint Lord Ganesha with Ganga water and offer him vermillion, Akshat, sandalwood and sacred thread. Offer 21 Durva and his favorite modak or laddu to Bappa. Chant the mantra ‘Om Gan Ganpataye Namah’ during the puja. At the end, recite Ganesh Chalisa and perform Aarti.

Religious significance of Vinayak Chaturthi

According to religious beliefs, observing fast on Vinayak Chaturthi sharpens a person’s intelligence and removes obstacles in work. Being the last Chaturthi of the year, this date is considered special. On this day, it is considered auspicious to apologize for the mistakes of the past year and wish for happiness and prosperity for the coming year.

According to Hindu scriptures, Chaturthi of Shukla Paksha of every month is dedicated to Lord Ganesha. He has been called the remover of obstacles, giver of wisdom and auspicious. The tradition of worshiping Ganesha before any auspicious work is linked to the belief that by his grace all obstacles are removed and success is achieved.

It is believed that on the day of Vinayak Chaturthi, Lord Ganesha quickly accepts the prayers of his devotees. This date is considered especially auspicious for the increase of intelligence, wisdom, knowledge and good fortune. This fast is considered especially fruitful for students, businessmen and employed people.

Disclaimer: This is based on religious beliefs, JBT does not endorse it.