Ganesh Visarjan on September 9, 2024: Muhurat and ritual guide for the third day

Mumbai: The Ganesh Utsav commenced with the grand installation of Lord Ganesh’s idols on Ganesh Chaturthi. Devotees who observe the festival for three days will perform Ganpati Visarjan today. Traditionally, idols of Ganesh are installed for varying durations such as one and a half days, three days, five days, seven days, or ten days.

The celebration of Ganpati Bappa’s arrival is marked with great joy and grandeur on Ganesh Chaturthi, and his Visarjan is equally enthusiastic. Devotees enthusiastically bid farewell to Bappa with the chant, “Ganpati Bappa Morya, next year come soon.” The third day of Ganeshotsav offers four auspicious windows for performing the immersion.

Consequently, the immersion of the Ganesh idol aligns with these periods—on the second, third, fifth, seventh, or tenth day after installation. For those who have kept Ganpati for three days, the immersion will take place on September 9, 2024. Below is the detailed Muhurat and the procedure for this special occasion.

Ganesh Visarjan on 3rd Day: Muhurat and rituals

On September 9, 2024, the favourable times for Ganesh Visarjan are as follows:

The first window is from 6:03 am to 07:37 am.
The second window is from 9:11 am to 10:44 am.
The third window spans from 1:52 pm to 7:59 pm.
The fourth window extends from 10:52 pm to 12:18 am.

How to perform Ganesh Visarjan at home

Performing Visarjan at home involves several rituals and steps to ensure that the process is respectful and complete. Here’s a guide on how to conduct Ganesh Visarjan at home:

Preparation before immersion:

1. Select an auspicious time: Choose an auspicious time (muhurta) for the immersion based on your local calendar or astrology. This helps in performing the rituals with proper timing and reverence.

2. Gather necessary items:

Puja thali: Includes items like turmeric, kumkum, rice, flowers, and a lamp (diya).
Offerings: Modaks or other favourite sweets of Ganpati Bappa.
Immersion materials: A bucket or a tub filled with water if you are immersing the idol at home, or a preferable nearby water body.

3. Prepare the immersion site: Set up a clean area where the idol will be immersed. Ensure that the area is sacred and tidy.

Performing the rituals:

Perform a final aarti: Start by performing a final aarti to honour Ganpati Bappa. Light the lamp (diya) and offer it in front of the idol. Sing or play Ganesh hymns and prayers.
Offer final prayers and farewell: Offer your final prayers to Ganpati Bappa. Express gratitude for his presence and blessings over the past few days. If you have any mistakes or shortcomings, apologise sincerely.
Prepare for immersion: Place the idol on a stool or platform at the immersion site. Offer turmeric, kumkum, and rice. Decorate the idol with a flower garland.
Perform the ritualistic immersion: If immersing at home, gently immerse the idol in a bucket or tub filled with water. If using a local water body, carry the idol there. As you immerse the idol, chant “Ganpati Bappa Morya, Pudchya Varshi Lavkar Ya” (Ganpati Bappa Morya, come back soon next year).

Additional tips:

Environmental considerations: Use eco-friendly Ganesh idols made from natural materials like clay, which dissolve easily in water and do not harm the environment.
Respectful behaviour: Maintain decorum and respect throughout the process. Avoid any negative behaviour or language.

By following these steps, you can perform Ganesh Visarjan at home with devotion and respect, ensuring that Lord Ganesh’s departure is as revered as his arrival.

On September 9, 2024, the third day of Ganeshotsav, devotees will perform Ganesh Visarjan. This guide highlights the auspicious timings for immersion and outlines the key rituals to follow. Ensure to carry out the rituals with devotion, including the final aarti and respectful immersion of the idol, to honour Lord Ganesh’s departure. Spirituality Lifestyle News -Fashion Trends, Beauty Tips, Celebrity Party News, Relationship advice, Travel and Food Tips