Ganpati Sthapana Pooja is a significant ritual performed to install and honor Lord Ganesha, the elephant-headed deity revered as the remover of obstacles and the god of beginnings and wisdom. This pooja marks the start of Ganesh Chaturthi, a popular Hindu festival celebrating Lord Ganesha’s birth. The installation of Ganesha's idol is an essential part of this festival and is performed with devotion and elaborate rituals.

Key Features of Ganpati Sthapana Pooja

Lord Ganesha:- Known for removing obstacles, bringing good fortune, and ensuring success in new ventures, Lord Ganesha is honored to seek his blessings for a prosperous and obstacle-free life.

Ganesh Chaturthi:- The festival, which typically lasts for 10 days, celebrates the birth of Lord Ganesha and involves various rituals, including the installation of his idol, daily worship, and the immersion of the idol on the final day.

Timing and Dates:- Ganesh Chaturthi falls on the 4th day of the Hindu month of Bhadrapada (August-September).

• The Ganpati Sthapana is performed on this day, marking the beginning of the festival.

Preparation for Ganpati Sthapana Pooja

Cleaning and Decoration:

Clean the Space:- Thoroughly clean the area where the Ganpati idol will be installed. This could be a designated pooja room or an altar.

Decorate:- Decorate the space with rangoli (colorful floor designs), flowers, and lights. Place a clean cloth or mat on the altar where the idol will be installed.

Gather Pooja Items:- Idol of Lord Ganesha: Ensure that the idol is clean and properly placed, Kalash (Sacred Water Pitcher): Decorated with mango leaves and a coconut, Diya (Oil Lamps): For lighting during the pooja, Incense Sticks: For offering prayers, Flowers, Fruits, and Sweets: For offerings.

Pooja Thali:- A plate with various offerings such as rice, vermilion, and turmeric powder.

• Ganesha Chaturthi Hymns: Music or chants related to Ganesh Chaturthi.

Steps for Performing Ganpati Sthapana Pooja

Setup the Pooja Space:- Place the Kalash at the center of the altar or the designated pooja space.

• Set up the idol of Lord Ganesha on the clean cloth or mat, ensuring it is prominently placed.

Perform Ganesh Pooja:

Invocation:- Light the diya and incense sticks.

Ganesh Vandana:- Recite Ganesh Vandana such as "Om Gan Ganapataye Namah" or "Ganapati Bappa Morya" to invoke the presence of Lord Ganesha.

Offerings:- Offer flowers, fruits, and sweets (especially modaks, which are believed to be Lord Ganesha’s favorite).

Aarti:- Perform aarti (waving of the lighted lamp) around the idol of Lord Ganesha while singing devotional songs or hymns dedicated to him.

Kalash Pooja:- Perform the Kalash Pooja by placing the Kalash on the altar, and offer flowers and water.

Prayers and Mantras:- "Om Gan Ganapataye Namah": To remove obstacles, "Om Vakratunda Mahakaya": To seek wisdom and success.

Distribution of Prasad:- Offer prasad (food offerings) to Lord Ganesha and distribute it among family members and guests.

Ganpati Sthapana Pooja is a joyful and sacred ritual that marks the beginning of Ganesh Chaturthi. By performing this pooja with devotion, you honor Lord Ganesha, seek his blessings for a successful and prosperous life, and celebrate the festival with great reverence.

Note

Due to big Muhurth your given time may get changed by 1-2 hours, Exact timings will be updated 1 day before the Pooja date.