Preparations for Ganesh Chaturthi include thoroughly cleaning the home before bringing the idol. The ideal place for the idol is in the northeast corner of the house, which should be purified with Ganga water. The idol is usually placed on an elevated platform, such as a table, and decorated with a clean yellow cloth. Additional decorations can include placing stickers of Swastika or Om on the walls and creating rangoli patterns.

For the worship, ensure you have all necessary items ready including –

– Pedestal (chauki)
– Yellow and red cloth
– Idol of Lord Ganesha
– Betel nuts (supari)
– Sweets (ladoos, modaks)
– Durva grass
– Coconuts
– Fruits
– Incense sticks and matches
– Vermillion (sindoor)
– Flowers
– Ceremonial pitcher (kalash)
– Garlands
– Camphor
– Turmeric
– Decorative materials

This year, Ganesh Chaturthi celebrations are expected to be lively and full of tradition. Families and communities are excitedly getting ready to welcome the festival and celebrate Lord Ganesha in their homes.As you prepare for Ganpati, consider using eco-friendly idols made of soil instead of Plaster of Paris. These environmentally friendly options help reduce pollution and support sustainability, ensuring that your celebrations contribute positively to our planet.