Ganesh Chaturthi 2026 in Kolkata
गणेश चतुर्थी · कोलकाता
By Rohiit Gupta, Chief Vedic Architect, Trikal Vaani
Ganesh Chaturthi 2026 in Kolkata (कोलकाता) 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 Kolkata temples like Kalighat Kali Temple and Dakshineswar Kali Temple for darshan. Authentic Vedic guidance with Kolkata-specific timings.
Significance of Ganesh Chaturthi
Most powerful day to invoke success, remove obstacles, and begin new ventures.
🛕 Where to celebrate Ganesh Chaturthi in Kolkata
These temples in Kolkata are especially powerful during Ganesh Chaturthi:
- ●Kalighat Kali Temple
- ●Dakshineswar Kali Temple
- ●Belur Math
✓ 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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When is Ganesh Chaturthi 2026 in Kolkata?
Ganesh Chaturthi 2026 is celebrated in Kolkata on Sunday, 13 September 2026.
What is the Ganesh Chaturthi muhurat in Kolkata?
The Ganesh Chaturthi muhurat in Kolkata is Madhyahna: 11:00 AM to 1:30 PM IST.
Which temples to visit on Ganesh Chaturthi in Kolkata?
Famous temples in Kolkata: Kalighat Kali Temple, Dakshineswar Kali Temple, Belur Math.
Who is the planetary ruler of Ganesh Chaturthi?
The planetary ruler of Ganesh Chaturthi is Ketu and Lord Ganesha.