Ganesh Chaturthi 2026 in Chennai
गणेश चतुर्थी · चेन्नई
By Rohiit Gupta, Chief Vedic Architect, Trikal Vaani
Ganesh Chaturthi 2026 in Chennai (चेन्नई) falls on Sunday, 13 September 2026. Planetary ruler: Ketu and Lord Ganesha. Auspicious muhurat: Madhyahna: 11:00 AM to 1:30 PM IST. Birthday of Lord Ganesha, remover of obstacles and lord of beginnings. Visit famous Chennai temples like Kapaleeshwarar Temple and Parthasarathy Temple for darshan. Authentic Vedic guidance with Chennai-specific timings.
Significance of Ganesh Chaturthi
Most powerful day to invoke success, remove obstacles, and begin new ventures.
🛕 Where to celebrate Ganesh Chaturthi in Chennai
These temples in Chennai are especially powerful during Ganesh Chaturthi:
- ●Kapaleeshwarar Temple
- ●Parthasarathy Temple
- ●Marundeeswarar Temple
✓ Do's
- ●Establish Ganesha murti at home
- ●Offer modak, durva grass, red flowers
- ●Recite Ganesha Atharvashirsha
- ●Visarjan after 1.5, 3, 5, 7, or 10 days
✗ Don'ts
- ●Do not look at the moon on this day (avoids false accusations)
- ●Avoid Tulsi leaves in Ganesha worship
- ●Do not break the murti carelessly
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Get My Ganesh Chaturthi Prediction →Frequently Asked Questions
When is Ganesh Chaturthi 2026 in Chennai?
Ganesh Chaturthi 2026 is celebrated in Chennai on Sunday, 13 September 2026.
What is the Ganesh Chaturthi muhurat in Chennai?
The Ganesh Chaturthi muhurat in Chennai is Madhyahna: 11:00 AM to 1:30 PM IST.
Which temples to visit on Ganesh Chaturthi in Chennai?
Famous temples in Chennai: Kapaleeshwarar Temple, Parthasarathy Temple, Marundeeswarar Temple.
Who is the planetary ruler of Ganesh Chaturthi?
The planetary ruler of Ganesh Chaturthi is Ketu and Lord Ganesha.