The 10-day festival, beginning on September 7, marks the birth of Lord Ganesha with prayers, rituals, and lively community celebrations featuring performances and colorful decorations in cities across the country.
The 10-day Hindu festival of Ganesh Chaturthi begins on Saturday, September 7, celebrating the birth of Lord Ganesha, the elephant-headed deity revered as the remover of obstacles and the god of wisdom and new beginnings.
Also referred to as ‘Vinayak Chaturthi,’ the festival features a blend of devotional and festive activities. On the first day of Ganesh Chaturthi 2024, devotees bring elaborate and colorful idols of Lord Ganesha into their homes to welcome his presence.
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