Ganesh Chaturthi is a festival in Hinduism celebrating the birth of the elephant-headed deity Ganesha, the god of prosperity, wisdom, and removal of obstacles. Hinduism’s many holidays are typically devoted to specific deities, and some (such as Janmashtami and Rama Navami) celebrate their birthdays. Ganesh Chaturthi offers Hindus a special time for worshipping the popular elephant-headed god.