Vinayagar Chaturthi is one of the most joyful and spiritual festivals for Hindus. It’s the day when we welcome Lord Ganesha, the remover of obstacles and the giver of wisdom, into our homes and hearts.

In 2025, Vinayagar Chaturthi falls on Wednesday, 27 August 2025. On this special day, people bring home Vinayagar idols, perform puja, and celebrate with sweets, prayers, and devotion.

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When is Vinayagar Chaturthi 2025?

• Festival Date: Wednesday, 27 August 2025
• Chaturthi Tithi Starts: 01.54 Pm (August 26)
• Chaturthi Tithi Ends: 03:44 Pm (August 27)

👉 The most auspicious time to do Vinayagar Chaturthi Puja is during Madhyahna Ganesha Puja Muhurat – 27 August, 11.05 Am to 01.40 Pm.

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How Do We Celebrate Vinayagar Chaturthi 2025?

The celebration is filled with devotion, joy, and family togetherness. Here are the main steps:

1. Bringing Home Vinayagar – Families bring eco-friendly clay idols of Lord Ganesha.
2. Simple Puja at Home – Light a lamp, offer flowers, and chant mantras like Om Gan Ganapataye Namah.
3. Offerings – Prepare Modakam, Kolukattai, fruits, coconut, and Durva grass.
4. Prayers & Bhajans – Sing devotional songs and recite Ganesha Atharvashirsha.
5. Visarjan (Immersion) – After 1, 3, 5, or 11 days, the idol is immersed with love and chants of Ganapati Bappa Morya!

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Astrological Importance of Vinayagar Chaturthi 2025

In Vedic astrology, Lord Ganesha is the one who clears Rahu–Ketu obstacles and strengthens Mercury (Budha), the planet of knowledge, communication, and success.

By worshipping Vinayagar on this day:

• Students gain focus and wisdom.
• Business people attract prosperity and growth.
• Families enjoy peace and harmony.

✨ A simple remedy: Offer 21 Durva grass (Arugampul) to Lord Ganesha and chant his mantra daily, “Om gam ganapataye namaha” for 108 times,

or else chant Lord Ganesha Moola Mantra for 16 times,

“Om Shreem Hreem Kleem Glaum Gam Ganapataye Vara Varada Sarva Janam Me Vashamaanaya Svaha”

It brings blessings and removes negativity.

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Special in Tamil Nadu

In Tamil Nadu, this festival is also called Pillaiyar Chaturthi. Famous temples like Pillaiyarpatti Karpaga Vinayagar Temple and Uchi Pillaiyar Temple in Trichy host grand pujas and abhishekams. Thousands of devotees gather to seek blessings for success, good health, and protection.

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Conclusion

Vinayagar Chaturthi 2025 is not just a festival – it’s a chance to invite positive energy, wisdom, and prosperity into our lives. With faith in Lord Ganesha, all obstacles become stepping stones to success.

This year, celebrate with devotion, chant his mantras, and follow simple astrological remedies to make your life more peaceful and prosperous.

🙏 Velan Astrology wishes you a blessed Vinayagar Chaturthi 2025

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