Ganeshotsav is one of the most celebrated festivals in India, marked by devotion, joy, and grandeur. The 10-day festival concludes with the immersion of Lord Ganesha's idol, known as Ganesh Visarjan, on the day of Anant Chaturdashi. But why is the visarjan done specifically on this day? The answer lies in an ancient and fascinating story.
Ved Vyas-Lord Ganesha Story
As per legend, Maharishi Ved Vyas requested Lord Ganesha to write down the epic Mahabharata while he dictated it. Lord Ganesha agreed on one condition-he would write without stopping, and Ved Vyas had to narrate without a pause.
For ten days, Ganesha wrote continuously, without rest. His intense effort generated immense heat in his body, making it unbearable.
Why Anant Chaturdashi Became Special
On the tenth day, Ved Vyas suggested immersing Lord Ganesha in water to cool down his overheated body. That day was Anant Chaturdashi. Since then, devotees immerse Ganesha idols in water on this day, marking the conclusion of the festival.
The Spiritual Significance of Visarjan
Ganesh Visarjan is not just about bidding farewell to the deity's idol. It represents the cycle of life-arrival and departure. Devotees believe that during visarjan, Lord Ganesha carries away their troubles and blesses them with peace and prosperity, while assuring his return the following year.
