Chaturthi Tithi चतुर्थी
Chaturthi, the fourth tithi, belongs to Ganesha, remover of obstacles - worshipped each fortnight as Vinayaka and Sankashti Chaturthi.
- Presiding deity
- Ganesha
- Category
- Rikta (empty)
- Occurs
- Both fortnights
Significance & observances
Devotees fast and worship Ganesha for the removal of obstacles; Ganesh Chaturthi in Bhadrapada is his great festival.
Favorable activities
A Rikta (empty) tithi, generally avoided for auspicious beginnings but excellent for Ganesha worship and clearing obstacles.
Frequently asked questions
What is Chaturthi Tithi?
Chaturthi, the fourth tithi, belongs to Ganesha, remover of obstacles - worshipped each fortnight as Vinayaka and Sankashti Chaturthi.
Which deity presides over Chaturthi?
Ganesha presides over Chaturthi. Devotees fast and worship Ganesha for the removal of obstacles; Ganesh Chaturthi in Bhadrapada is his great festival.
What activities are favorable during Chaturthi?
A Rikta (empty) tithi, generally avoided for auspicious beginnings but excellent for Ganesha worship and clearing obstacles.
What is the significance of Chaturthi?
Devotees fast and worship Ganesha for the removal of obstacles; Ganesh Chaturthi in Bhadrapada is his great festival.
When is the next Chaturthi in Mumbai, MH?
The next Chaturthi in Mumbai, MH is on 2 August 2026.
Last updated 29 July 2026