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Sukhkarta Dukhharta (Ganesh Aarti Opening)

सुखकर्ता दुःखहर्ता वार्ता विघ्नाची । नुरवी पुरवी प्रेम कृपा जयाची ॥

sukhakartā duḥkhahartā vārtā vighnācī, nuravī puravī prema kṛpā jayācī

Meaning

"Giver of joy, remover of sorrow, dispeller of every obstacle — whose grace fulfills every sincere wish."

Why This Mantra

One of Maharashtra's best-loved aartis — a joyful welcome sung at the start of festivals, weddings, and new ventures alike.

Benefits

Fresh starts, joy replacing worry

Today's Affirmation

Welcome whatever begins today with a little joy instead of worry.

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