Anant Chaturdashi 2025 Date: The festival of Anant Chaturdashi is observed on the Chaturdashi Tithi of Shukla Paksha in Bhadrapada month. On this day, devotees worship the infinite forms of Lord Vishnu, which is why it is called Anant Chaturdashi. The festival also marks the farewell of Lord Ganesha, as Ganesh Visarjan is performed with devotion and grandeur.
According to scriptures, by observing this fast and worshipping Lord Narayana with rituals, devotees are freed from worldly bondages and attain Baikunth Dham.
Importance of Anant Chaturdashi
- The fast is dedicated to Lord Vishnu in his infinite form (Anant Roop).
- As per Vishnu Purana, fasting on this day blesses devotees with wealth, child happiness, prosperity, and liberation from troubles.
- Since in 2025 it falls on Saturday, it holds even greater significance. Worshipping Lord Vishnu on this day is believed to reduce the malefic effects of Shani (Saturn) including Dhaiyya and Sadesati.
Anant Chaturdashi 2025 Date & Time
- Chaturdashi Tithi begins: 6 September, 3:14 AM
- Chaturdashi Tithi ends: 7 September, 1:41 AM
- As per Udaya Tithi, Anant Chaturdashi will be celebrated on Saturday, 6 September 2025.
Ganesh Visarjan on Anant Chaturdashi
Ganeshotsav, which begins on Ganesh Chaturthi, culminates on Anant Chaturdashi. On this day, devotees bid farewell to Lord Ganesha through Visarjan, immersing the idol in rivers, ponds, or seas with the belief that Bappa returns next year with blessings.
Auspicious Muhurat for Ganesh Visarjan (6 September):
- Shubh Choghadiya: 7:36 AM – 9:10 AM
- Laabh Choghadiya: 1:54 PM – 3:28 PM
- Amrit Choghadiya: 3:29 PM – 5:03 PM
- Laabh Choghadiya: 6:37 PM – 8:03 PM
Anant Chaturdashi 2025 Shubh Yogas
This year, rare auspicious yogas enhance the importance of the day:
- Budhaditya Rajyoga (Sun + Mercury)
- Trigrahi Yoga (Sun + Mercury + Ketu in Leo)
- Sukarma Yoga
- Ravi Yoga
Worshipping Lord Vishnu during these yogas brings infinite happiness, prosperity, and peace.
Anant Chaturdashi Puja Vidhi
- Take a vow of fasting after an early bath.
- Place an idol/picture of Lord Vishnu seated on Sheshnag.
- Worship the Anant Sutra (thread with 14 knots) using turmeric and kumkum, then tie it on the right hand (men) or left hand (women).
- Recite Vishnu Sahasranama, Anant Chaturdashi Vrat Katha, and chant “Om Anantaya Namah”.
- Eat satvik food, perform charity, and light a lamp in the evening for Lord Vishnu.
In 2025, Anant Chaturdashi falling on Saturday makes it especially powerful for Vishnu’s blessings, Shani Shanti, and removal of financial and karmic obstacles.