Ganesh Chaturthi offerings differ between families and regions, but a few have become especially loved parts of Ganpati worship.
Soft, sweet and unmistakably festive, modak is the offerings for Lord Ganesha, especially during Ganesh Chaturthi.
Fresh durva grass has a long-standing place in Ganesh worship and is commonly offered to Lord Ganesha during puja.
Fresh flowers bring colour and fragrance to the altar and are offered with devotion during Ganesh puja and aarti.
A coconut is commonly included among Hindu puja offerings and is often placed alongside fruits, flowers and sweets during Ganesh worship.
Fresh seasonal fruits make a simple naivedya and can later be shared with family as prasad after the puja.
Along with modak, families may offer laddus and regional sweets. The exact menu often reflects recipes passed down at home.
A long shopping list is not the heart of Ganesh Puja. Keep your altar clean, follow your family tradition and offer what you can with devotion.