It is believed that Ganesha was created by Lord Shiva and Parvathi on the request of the Devas, to be a Vighnaharta (obstacle-remover) to help the Devas and a vighnakartaa (obstacle-creator) in the path of rakshasas (demons). Lord Ganesha, the beloved elephant-headed god of Hindus, is the son of Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvathi and is worshipped as the God of new beginnings and remover of hurdles. ![]() This year the Ganesh Chaturthi begins on Septemand ends on September 12, 2019. And the celebrations continue till Anant Chaturdashi day. This 10 days long vibrant festival is celebrated on Shukla Chaturthi of the Hindu month of Bhadra that generally falls between the months of August and September. Ganesh Chaturthi is celebrated with great devotion throughout India to honour the birth of Lord Ganesha, the god of wisdom, prosperity and good fortune.
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