Ganesh Chaturthi 18 September

Ganesh Chaturthi is a festival celebrated by people of all castes in India. During this festival, Lord Ganesh is worshipped, as he is believed to be able to remove all kinds of hurdles from the lives of his worshippers. The festival lasts for ten days, with the most significant day being the day when Lord Ganesh visits the earth.

Customs related to the Ganesh Chaturthi

As part of the festival, people build beautiful statues of Lord Ganesh in their homes, and they can also buy them from shops selling Ganesh idols. The celebrations during Ganesh Chaturthi are unique and differ from those of other festivals.

Images of Ganesh

One custom related to Ganesh Chaturthi is the creation of images of Lord Ganesh. These images come in various sizes, with larger ones used in temples and smaller ones used in homes. The images are printed using the same design and color scheme and are then dried in the sun before being placed on home walls or in temples for puja.

Ganesh Manter 

Another custom is the recitation of the Ganesh Mantra, during which specific materials are collected in a bowl. These materials include coins, coconuts, and homemade jaggery. After the recitation, the coins placed in the bowl are donated to the poor, while the jaggery is given to locals who offer prayers in return.

Overall, Ganesh Chaturthi is a beautiful and unique festival celebrated by people of all castes in India, honoring the beloved Lord Ganesh, and seeking his blessings for a life free of obstacles.