Vinayak Chaturthi date in May 2025: Is it on 29 or 30? Know exact date, rituals, and more

Jyeshtha Vinayak Chaturthi 2025: Vinayak Chaturthi is an auspicious day dedicated to Lord Ganesha, celebrated every month during the Shukla Paksha (bright half) of the lunar calendar. It is believed that worshipping Lord Ganesha on this day brings wisdom, patience, and removes obstacles from life. But there's an important rule: worship of the Moon is avoided on this day.

Let¡¯s find out when Jyestha Vinayak Chaturthi 2025 will be celebrated, what the correct timings are, and which rituals to follow to receive Lord Ganesha¡¯s blessings.

What is Vinayak Chaturthi?

Vinayak Chaturthi, also known as Vinayaki Chaturthi, falls every month on the Chaturthi tithi (fourth day) of the waxing moon. This day is considered highly sacred and is fully dedicated to worshipping Lord Ganesha, the god of wisdom, prosperity, and good fortune. It is believed that praying to him on this day helps in gaining patience and intelligence, two vital qualities in life.

However, as per traditional beliefs, worshipping Chandra Dev (Moon God) on Vinayak Chaturthi is not allowed, unlike Sankashti Chaturthi, when Moon worship is recommended.

Jyeshtha Vinayak Chaturthi 2025 Date: 29 or 30 May?

There is often confusion about the exact date of Jyestha Vinayak Chaturthi, especially when the tithi spans across two days. In May 2025, Vinayak Chaturthi will be observed on 30 May 2025, although the tithi begins on 29 May.

So, the Jyestha Vinayak Chaturthi 2025 date is Friday, 30 May 2025. Devotees should perform the puja and observe fasting on this day for maximum spiritual benefits.

Vinayak Chaturthi 2025 Tithi and Puja Timings

According to the Hindu Panchang, the Chaturthi tithi starts at 11:18 AM on 29 May 2025 and ends at 9:22 PM on 30 May 2025.

The best time to worship Lord Ganesha on Jyestha Vinayak Chaturthi is from 10:56 AM to 1:42 PM on 30 May 2025.

Important Rituals to Follow on Jyestha Vinayak Chaturthi

1. Morning Puja

• Clean the house and take a bath early in the morning.
• Place an idol or picture of Lord Ganesha in your puja room.
• Offer fresh Durva grass, modaks, jaggery, and flowers to the deity.
• Chant the Ganesh mantra and perform aarti.

2. Fasting

• Many devotees observe a strict or partial fast on this day.
• You can have fruits, milk, and water during the fast.
• Fasting is believed to please Lord Ganesha and remove obstacles from life.

Special Remedies According to Your Wishes

For Business Success

According to ABP Live, if you wish to grow your business, offer 5 pieces of turmeric to Lord Ganesha daily for 10 days starting from Vinayak Chaturthi. While doing so, chant ¡°Shri Ganadhipataye Namah¡±. This is believed to bring prosperity and success in professional life.

For the Blessing of Children

Those seeking children should offer 21 small jaggery balls with Durva grass to Lord Ganesha. This ritual is said to make the deity happy and bless the devotee with a child.

Why Is the Moon Not Worshipped on Vinayak Chaturthi?

As per mythological tales, once Lord Ganesha cursed the Moon for laughing at him. Since then, seeing or worshipping the Moon on Vinayak Chaturthi is believed to bring false accusations or bad luck. Hence, devotees avoid moon worship on this day, even though it is performed in Sankashti Chaturthi instead.

Jyestha Vinayak Chaturthi 2025 will be celebrated on 30 May. The Chaturthi tithi starts from 29 May, but the main day for fasting and performing rituals is 30 May. Follow the proper timings and rituals to receive the divine blessings of Lord Ganesha. Whether you seek wisdom, patience, business success, or a child, performing the right Vinayak Chaturthi rituals with devotion can fulfil your wishes.

(Note: Dates/timings may be subject to change; details mentioned here are as per the information available.)

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