# Anant Chaturdashi: Marathi wishes and quotes for Ganpati farewell 2026-09-24T14:41:46+00:00 | India | Indian Opinion Desk Corroboration: 1 independent outlet Anant Chaturdashi marks the final day of the Ganesh festival, when devotees bid farewell to Lord Ganesha with hope for his return the next year. The Free Press Journal has compiled a collection of over 25 Marathi wishes, messages and quotes that readers can share with friends and family on this auspicious day. The messages express devotion, love and the anticipation of welcoming Bappa again. The collection is intended to help people cherish memories of the festival as they conclude the 10-day celebration. ## Indian Opinion Analysis Anant Chaturdashi falls on the last day of the ten-day Ganesh Chaturthi festival, one of Maharashtra's largest public celebrations. The day sees processions carrying idols of Lord Ganesha for immersion in water bodies, often with large crowds and police coordination for safety. For many families, the farewell is both emotional and ritualistic, marking the end of a period of daily prayers and community gatherings. The next milestone for devotees will be the festival's return next year, typically in August or September as per the Hindu lunar calendar. ## Coverage - freepressjournal.in Tags: Anant Chaturdashi, Free Press Journal, Ganesh Chaturthi, Marathi Canonical: https://indianopinion.org/anant-chaturdashi-marathi-wishes-and-quotes-for-ganpati-farewell/ License: Summary and commentary (c) Indian Opinion, reusable with attribution. Facts belong to the linked sources. Cite: https://indianopinion.org/anant-chaturdashi-marathi-wishes-and-quotes-for-ganpati-farewell/#story-in-brief