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Festivals
New Zealand / Aotearoa (UTC+13)
Date
14th October 2026
Kapardisha Chaturthi
Tithi:
Shukla Tritiya upto 6:58 AM
Shukla Chaturthi upto 8:43 AM +1
Nakshatra:
Vishakha upto 9:13 AM
Anuradha upto 11:34 AM +1
Vasara:Wednesday
Relevant Timings
Ganesha Puja Muhurat
14 Oct, 11:56 am – 2:33 pm, 14 Oct
Duration - 02 Hours 37 Mins
Time to avoid Moon sighting
14 Oct, 7:58 am – 11:47 pm, 14 Oct
Duration - 15 Hours 49 Mins
About
Aswayuja Shukla Chaturthi at sunrise; worshipping Lord Ganesha as Kapardisha.
Significance:
Observed during Navaratri, this puja highlights the connection between Ganesha and Lord Shiva. 'Kapardisha' refers to the Lord with matted hair, symbolizing his ascetic and powerful nature.
Rituals & Puja Vidhi:
1. Ganesha Puja: Worshipping the Lord with a focus on his ascetic attributes. 2. Offerings: Offering bilva leaves and red flowers as a mark of respect. 3. Vrat: Observing a fast to gain the combined blessings of Shiva and Ganesha.