Ganesh Chaturthi also known as Vinayaka Chaturthi, is a most widely celebrated Hindu festival honoring Lord Ganesha, the elephant-headed deity who embodies wisdom, prosperity, and good fortune. This festival is celebrated with great devotion and splendor, especially in Maharashtra, Karnataka, and other regions of India. The festival marks the birth of Lord Ganesha, the remover of obstacles and the god of wisdom.The festival typically falls in the Hindu month of Bhadrapada, which corresponds to August or September in the Gregorian calendar. The festival will be observed on September 7, 2024, this year. On this special day, devotees install idols of Lord Ganesha in their homes and public spaces, performing rituals and offering prayers. The festival is marked by the chanting of Vedic hymns, the offering of sweets like modak, and the singing of devotional songs. These idols are immersed in water on the tenth day, symbolizing the return of Lord Ganesha to his heavenly abode. Throughout the ten days, families and communities come together for prayers, feasts, and cultural events, blending religious devotion with vibrant celebrations.It is a time for families and communities to unite in celebration.