Overview

• Anant Chaturdashi falls on Saturday, September 6, with the Chaturdashi tithi running from 3:12 a.m. to 1:41 a.m. on September 7, according to Drik Panchang.
• Auspicious choghadiya windows for Visarjan include 7:36–9:10 a.m., 12:19–5:02 p.m., 6:37–8:02 p.m., 9:28 p.m.–1:45 a.m. (Sept. 7) and 4:36–6:02 a.m. (Sept. 7).
• Puja vidhi guidance highlights Uttarang puja, a final aarti, offerings such as modak and fruits, tilak application, carrying the idol facing the home, and dipping the idol three times before immersion.
• Civic and media advisories urge eco-friendly clay idols, use of designated artificial ponds or tanks, organic offerings, safe processions, and basic precautions to reduce pollution and crowd risk.
• Practices vary by region and household, with some immersions on the 3rd, 5th, or 7th day or at home in tubs, while diaspora events include vibrant processions in London and noted celebrations in Dresden.