Significance
Anant Chaturdashi is the last day of Ganesh Chaturthi celebrations. Lord Ganesha idols are immersed in water (visarjan). The day is also dedicated to Lord Vishnu as Anant (infinite).
Mythology & Legend
According to the Mahabharata, the Pandavas tied the Anant thread and worshipped Vishnu during their exile, and their fortunes improved. The thread (Anant) symbolises the infinite. On this day, Ganesha is bid farewell with grand processions before immersion.
Rituals & Observances
- In the morning, perform the final puja to the Ganesha idol.
- Carry the idol in a procession to a water body for visarjan.
- Chant Ganesha mantras and sing aarti; offer modak and flowers.
- Tie the Anant thread (14 knots) and worship Vishnu for prosperity.
- In the evening, distribute prasad and clean the puja area.
Sacred Mantras
ॐ गं गणपतये नमः
oṃ gaṃ gaṇapataye namaḥ
Salutations to Ganesha
ॐ अनन्ताय नमः
oṃ anantāya namaḥ
Salutations to Anant
Traditional Foods
- ●Modak
- ●Prasad
- ●Sweets
Regional Variations
Maharashtra(अनंत चतुर्दशी)
Ganesh visarjan processions
North India(अनंत चतुर्दशी)
Anant thread, Vishnu puja
Do's & Don'ts
Do's
- ✓Perform visarjan with devotion
- ✓Tie Anant thread
- ✓Chant mantras
- ✓Distribute prasad
Don'ts
- ✗Do not delay visarjan beyond the day
- ✗Avoid disrespect to the idol
- ✗Do not break the thread