Ganesh Jayanti

Ganesh Jayanti is a Hindu festival celebrating the birth of Lord Ganesha, the elephant-headed god of wisdom, prosperity, and remover of obstacles. Typically observed on the fourth day of the lunar month Magha (January or February), it marks Ganesha's divine incarnation. Devotees perform prayers, offer sweets like modaks, and visit Ganesha temples to seek blessings for success and happiness. The festival emphasizes devotion, learning, and the removal of life's hurdles. It is especially significant in parts of India such as Maharashtra and Goa, where Ganesha worship is deeply rooted in cultural traditions.