Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India]: Devotees gathered in large numbers at Mumbai’s renowned Siddhivinayak Temple on Saturday morning to offer prayers on the occasion of Ganesh Jayanti, also known as Magha Shukla Chaturthi.
Worshippers participated in the morning aarti with deep devotion, seeking blessings from Lord Ganesha, the deity of wisdom, prosperity, and new beginnings.
Significance of Ganesh Jayanti
Ganesh Jayanti marks the birth anniversary of Lord Ganesha and is celebrated with great fervor, especially in Maharashtra and the Konkan coast. According to Hindu beliefs, Lord Ganesha—the son of Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati—was born on the fourth day of Shukla Paksha in the month of Magh.
Traditional Celebrations
- Devotees prepare and offer special meals to Lord Ganesha, which are later shared as prasad among worshippers.
- The festival symbolizes the beginning of new endeavors, wisdom, and enlightenment.
- Temples across Maharashtra witness grand aartis, bhajans, and rituals to honor Vighnaharta (the remover of obstacles).
Devotees believe that worshipping Lord Ganesha on Ganesh Jayanti brings prosperity, success, and good fortune for the year ahead.