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India Celebrates Hindu Festival Ganesh Chaturthi
- Festival Overview: India is currently celebrating Ganesh Chaturthi, a major Hindu festival honoring the deity Lord Ganesha, the god of wisdom, prosperity, and new beginnings. The festival lasts for 10 days and is marked by prayers, music, dance, and large processions.
- Celebrations Across India: The festival is observed with great fervor, particularly in the state of Maharashtra, where large public displays of Lord Ganesha idols are a key feature. Across the country, families bring home clay idols of Ganesha, offering prayers and sweets.
- Significance: Ganesh Chaturthi is considered one of the most important Hindu festivals, symbolizing the removal of obstacles and bringing success in personal and professional endeavors.
- Environmental Concerns: In recent years, there has been a growing focus on eco-friendly celebrations. Many people have started using biodegradable materials for Ganesha idols to reduce the environmental impact when the idols are immersed in water at the end of the festival.
Source: CNN
