Vinayaka Chaturthi 2020: Here is all you need to know about Vinayaka Chaturthi

Every Lunar month in Hindu calendar has two Chaturthi Tithis. As per Hindu calendar, Chaturthi after Amavasya or new moon during time of Shukla Paksha is kwn as Vinayaka Chaturthi. one which falls after Krishna Paksha is kwn as Sankashti Chaturthi. Vinayaka Chaturthi fasting is observed every month but most significant Vinayaka Chaturthi falls in month of Bhrapa. Vinayaka Chaturthi during month of Bhrapa is kwn as Ganesh Chaturthi. 

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Vinayaka Chaturthi is also kwn as Var Vinayaka Chaturthi. meaning of Var is to ask God to fulfil one's desires. In order to seek blessings from Lord Ganesha, many people observe Vinayaka Chaturthi fast. Lord Ganesha is said to bless  devotees who observe this fast with wisdom and patience.

It is said that devotees who observe this fast can progress in life and achieve whatever ir heart desires. It is believed that one should chant Ganesh Mantra 208 times "Om Ganpataye Namah". It is also believed that Lord Ganesha fulfils all wishes of those who chant this mantra and pray to him with ir heart and soul.

When is Vinayaka Chaturthi 2020?

Vinayaka Chaturthi 2020 date is March 28, Saturday. Ganesh Puja on Vinayaka Chaturthi is done mostly in afteron which is midday as per Hindu calendar. Muhurta to worship Lord Ganesha on Vinayak Chaturthi on March 28, 2020, is between 11:12 am to 01:40 pm. Chaitra, Shukla Chaturthi begins at 10:12 pm, Mar 27 and ends at 12:17 am, Mar 29.

Fasting on Vinayaka Chaturthi

Fasting on Vinayaka Chaturthi differs according to cities. Usually, fasting on Vinayaka Chaturthi depends on sunrise and sunset timings. Vinayaka Chaturthi may be observed on Tritiya Tithi which is one day before Chaturthi Tithi. midday timing depends on sunrise and sunset which is different for all cities. 

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