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Ganesh Chaturthi 2026 in Mauritius

Ganesh Chaturthi is a festival that celebrates the birthday of Lord Ganesha, the Hindu god of wisdom and success. It is also known as Vinayaka Chaturthi and can last up to 10 days during the Hindu Month of Bhadra, which usually falls between mid-August and mid-September.

Is Ganesh Chaturthi a Public Holiday?

Ganesh Chaturthi is a public holiday. It is a day off for the general population, and schools and most businesses are closed.

This festival celebrates the birthday of Lord Ganesha.

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About Ganesh Chaturthi

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Ganesh Chaturthi Observances

Holiday currently only shown for years 2015–2026.

Year Weekday Date Name Holiday Type
2015 Fri Sep 18 Ganesh Chaturthi Public Holiday
2016 Tue Sep 6 Ganesh Chaturthi Public Holiday
2017 Fri Aug 25 Ganesh Chaturthi Public Holiday
2018 Fri Sep 14 Ganesh Chaturthi Public Holiday
2019 Tue Sep 3 Ganesh Chaturthi Public Holiday
2020 Sun Aug 23 Ganesh Chaturthi Public Holiday
2021 Sat Sep 11 Ganesh Chaturthi Public Holiday
2022 Thu Sep 1 Ganesh Chaturthi Public Holiday
2023 Wed Sep 20 Ganesh Chaturthi Public Holiday
2024 Sun Sep 8 Ganesh Chaturthi Public Holiday
2025 Thu Aug 28 Ganesh Chaturthi Public Holiday
2026 Wed Sep 16 Ganesh Chaturthi Public Holiday

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