Festival guide

Anant Chaturdashi

अनंत चतुर्दशी

Worship of Lord Vishnu as Ananta (infinite). Marks Ganesh Visarjan.

At a glance

How is Anant Chaturdashi dated?

Anant Chaturdashi is an annual Hindu observance whose Gregorian date can change each year. Samvat calculates each year's date from its tithi Panchang rule; choose a year for the exact date and tithi.

Also known as: Anant Chaturthi, Anant Chaudas, Ganesh Visarjan, Anant Chaturdashi date.

Yearly reference

Anant Chaturdashi dates by year

Choose a year for the exact Gregorian date, Hindu date, observance rule, and related calendar links.

Names, timing, and observance notes

Anant Chaturdashi, Anant Chaudas, and Ganesh Visarjan

Anant Chaturdashi is also known as Anant Chaudas and commonly marks Ganesh Visarjan. Local immersion timings can depend on the city, procession, and family or mandal practice.

Why this date?

Falls on Bhadrapada Shukla Chaturdashi (14th day of bright fortnight in Bhadrapada). This is 10 days after Ganesh Chaturthi, marking the conclusion of Ganesh festival, typically in September.

Learn how Hindu calendar dates are calculated

Anant Chaturdashi tithi and Panchang details

Date determined by

Lunar tithi

Category

Major festival

Nakshatra

Shatabhisha

Dietary practice

Fasting

Significance

Celebrates the infinite nature of Lord Vishnu.

Traditions and Regions

Traditions

Anant VratGanesh VisarjanTying sacred thread

Observed in

Pan-IndiaMaharashtra

Common questions

How is Anant Chaturdashi dated?

Anant Chaturdashi is an annual Hindu observance whose Gregorian date can change each year. Samvat calculates each year's date from its tithi Panchang rule; choose a year for the exact date and tithi.

What is the tithi for Anant Chaturdashi?

The Hindu date is calculated separately each year from the tithi, paksha, and Hindu month for Anant Chaturdashi. Choose a year above to see the details.

Can the date differ by city?

Yes. Panchang values depend on sunrise, sunset, moonrise, and timezone. Samvat's public festival page uses an India-baseline calculation; local observance can differ by city, sampradaya, or family tradition.