Pune · Maharashtra
ಗಣೇಶ ಚತುರ್ಥಿ 2027in Pune
Exact puja times & muhurta computed for Pune coordinates (18.52°N, 73.86°E)
Key Timings
Festival Date
Saturday, September 4, 2027
Ganesh Puja (Madhyahna)
11:18 – 13:48
Sunrise
06:20
Sunset
18:46
Why This Date?
Madhyahna (Midday) Rule: Observed when the Chaturthi tithi prevails during Madhyahna (middle 1/5th of daytime). Lord Ganesha was born at midday. The Sthapana (installation) and main puja are performed during this window.
Tithi Determination Rule
The tithi must prevail at Madhyahna (midday). Used for festivals like Rama Navami and Ganesh Chaturthi.
Source: Dharmasindhu & Nirnayasindhu — classical Kala-Vyapti system
Puja Vidhi
Materials Required
- Clay/eco-friendly Ganesha idol
- Modak (sweet dumplings)(21)
- Durva grass
- Red flowers (hibiscus)
- Coconut(1)
Puja Steps
- 1
Achamana
Take water in the right palm three times, sipping each time while reciting the names of Vishnu (Keshava, Narayana, Madha...
- 2
Sankalpa
Hold water and akshat in the right hand, state the date, place, and purpose of the puja, then release the water.
- 3
Dhyana
Meditate on Lord Ganesha — elephant-headed, four-armed, holding a noose, goad, modak, and blessing mudra, seated on a lo...
Phala (Benefits)
Removal of all obstacles (Vighna Nashana), bestowal of wisdom and intellect (Buddhi Pradayaka), success in new ventures, and fulfillment of all righteous desires
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Deity
ಗಣೇಶ
Legend & History
Goddess Parvati created Ganesha from sandalwood paste and breathed life into him, setting him as guard while she bathed. When Shiva returned, Ganesha blocked his entry. Shiva, not knowing who the boy ...Read full legend →
Goddess Parvati created Ganesha from sandalwood paste and breathed life into him, setting him as guard while she bathed. When Shiva returned, Ganesha blocked his entry. Shiva, not knowing who the boy was, beheaded him in anger. To console Parvati, Shiva replaced his head with that of an elephant and declared him the leader (Ganapati) of his ganas.
How to Observe
Install a Ganesha idol (clay/eco-friendly) at home. Perform daily puja for 1.5 / 3 / 5 / 7 / 10 days. Offer modak (sweet dumplings), durva grass, and red flowers. Conclude with Visarjan (immersion) in a water body with processions.
Significance
Lord of new beginnings, remover of obstacles (Vighnaharta). Worshipped before all undertakings. The festival celebrates wisdom, prosperity, and the power of devotion.