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Adhik Maas Varda Chaturthi: More month has started from 17th May 2026. The fast of Varada Vinayak Chaturthi, which falls in the Shukla Paksha of Adhik month, is being observed on 20 May 2026. This Chaturthi is considered very fruitful. Worship of Lord Ganesha on this day gives more virtuous results than usual.

When is Varada Vinayak Chaturthi 2026?

According to the Panchang, Chaturthi Tithi (Varda Chaturthi Upay) of Jyeshtha Adhik month will start on 19 May 2026 at 2:18 pm. At the same time, it will end on May 20, 2026 at 11:06 am. Due to recognition of Udaya Tithi, this fast will be observed on 20th May 2026, Wednesday.

Religious significance of Varada Chaturthi

Adhikamas is considered a special month of devotion and worship of Lord Vishnu in Sanatan Dharma. In such a situation, the importance of Varada Vinayak Chaturthi, which falls in Adhikamas, increases even more. According to religious beliefs, worshiping Lord Ganesha on this day brings wisdom, wealth, success and child happiness.

Let us tell you that “Varda” It means the one who gives boons, hence on this Chaturthi Ganapati fulfills the wishes of the devotees. Keeping fast and chanting Ganesh mantras on this day removes negative energy and maintains happiness and peace in the house. This day is considered very auspicious especially for starting new work, removing obstacles to career, business and marriage.

How to fast and worship Varada Vinayak Chaturthi

• On this day, wake up early in the morning and take bath.
• Clean the house and place of worship.
• Install the idol or picture of Lord Ganesha by spreading a red or yellow cloth on a wooden post.
• Lord Ganesha Offer red flowers, durva, modak, banana, jaggery and gram dal.
• Light a ghee lamp and say ‘Om Gan Ganpataye Namah’ Chant the mantra.
• Be sure to read the Ganesh Chaturthi fast story. After puja, perform aarti and express your wishes with a true heart.

Keep these things in mind

varda chaturthi Tulsi leaves should not be offered to Lord Ganesha on this day. Doing this is not considered auspicious. Apart from this, do not consume Tamasic food. Don’t think wrong about anyone. Do not argue with anyone. Take care of the cleanliness of the house and temple.