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Hinduism · Lord Ganesha

Varada Chaturthi 2026

Varada Chaturthi 2026 : date with exact timings, puja vidhi steps, mantras, spiritual significance, fasting guide, and benefits. Complete festival guide as per Hindu Panchang. . Check date, time, Panchang details, puja vidhi and spiritual significance.

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DateWednesday, 20 May 2026
Tithi Window3:48 PM → 12:36 PM
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Muhurat Time
11:14 AM – 02:02 PM
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Tithi Timing
3:48 PM → 12:36 PM
Start → End
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Day
Wednesday
Festival weekday
Deity
Lord Ganesha
Worshipped form
Religion
Hinduism
Tradition
Choghadiya & Hora
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Auspicious Timing

Muhurat & Puja Timeline

Wednesday, 20 May 2026
Shubh Muhurat
Brahma MuhurtaPre-dawn — most sattvic time for chanting & meditation
SunriseBegin holy bath & purification
Auspicious Puja WindowMost powerful time for puja & chanting
11:14 AM – 02:02 PM
Abhijit MuhurtaMid-day victory window — ~48 minutes around solar noon
Tithi BeginsEnters · May 19
3:48 PM
SunsetEvening aarti & lamp offering
Tithi EndsConclude observances
12:36 PM
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The Festival

A celebration of fearless devotion

A sacred Hindu festival dedicated to worshipping Lord Ganesha for blessings, success, wisdom, and fulfillment of wishes

Significance of Varada Chaturthi 2026

Varada Chaturthi is a sacred occasion honoring Varadha Vishnu, the boon-giver. It emphasizes compassion, generosity, and family welfare. Devotees seek divine blessings for desires to be fulfilled and for protection from difficulties. The day strengthens bonds within the home and community through prayers, charity, and service. Gentle rituals teach gratitude and humility, helping hearts open to grace and abundance. 🙏🕉️

Varada Chaturthi 2026 Date, Muhurat and Timing

Title Value
Tithi Shukla Chaturthi
Nakshatra Rohini
Sunrise 06:04 AM
Sunset 07:12 PM
Auspicious Timing Brahma Muhurat 04:48–05:32
Date 2026-08-20

Traditions & Rituals of Varada Chaturthi 2026

Varada Chaturthi blends devotion with family bonding. Homes are cleaned, altars are lit, and deities are welcomed with love. People give thanks for past blessings and pray for ongoing protection. Simple rituals focus on harmony, generosity, and mindful living. Communities often share prasad and stories, reinforcing unity and compassion. 🏵️🌺

  • Clean the altar and welcome the deity with fresh flowers, kumkum, and a small rangoli.
  • Place a clean idol or image of Varadha-Vishnu-Lakshmi and offer fruits, coconut, and sweets.
  • Perform aarti, recite short prayers, and sing bhajans to invite divine grace.
  • Distribute prasad to family, neighbors, and those in need as a gesture of seva.

Remedies to Perform on Varada Chaturthi 2026

  1. Action: Light a ghee lamp before the deities at dawn.
    Benefit: Fades darkness and invites blessings throughout the day.
  2. Action: Offer sesame and jaggery during puja.
    Benefit: Encourages sweetness in relationships and brings prosperity.
  3. Action: Serve elders and feed the hungry with care.
    Benefit: Earns spiritual merit and strengthens community ties.

Mantras & Chants on Varada Chaturthi 2026

During the puja, these mantras help focus the mind and invite grace.

  1. Om Varada Devaya Namaha — Significance: Chant during Puja to invite boons.
  2. Om Lakshmi Narayan Varadaya Namaha — Significance: Recite while offering naivedya for abundance.

Fasting Rules & Food Guidelines on Varada Chaturthi 2026

  • Observe a vrat or eat a light, sattvik meal according to family tradition.
  • Keep foods pure and vegetarian; avoid onion, garlic, and heavy spices.
  • Offer first morsel to the deity and share prasadam with others.

Dos and Don’ts on Varada Chaturthi 2026

Do’s

  • Wake early and bathe before starting the puja.
  • Offer Tulsi, fruits, and coconut with sincere devotion.
  • Share prasad and help someone in need on this day.

Don’ts

  • Dont hurry the rituals; perform with calm focus.
  • Dont skip the purification bath or altar cleansing.
  • Dont consume non-vegetarian foods or alcohol during the observance.
Sacred Chant

"Om Hreem Lord Ganeshaayai Namah"

Invokes the protective grace of Lord Ganesha and clarity of mind.

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