Pune
Ganesh Chaturthi celebrations are going on in full swing. On September 8, the Shrimant Dagadusheth Halwai Ganapati Temple witnessed an impressive congregation of over 42,000 women, who came together to recite the Ganpati `Atharvasirsa` prayers as part of the Ganeshotsav celebrations. This event marked Rishi Panchami, the second day of the Ganesh Chaturthi festival, highlighting the spiritual significance of the occasion. Women from across the city donned traditional attire and assembled early in the morning to partake in the ritual, demonstrating their devotion and reverence. The Ganesh Chaturthi festival, renowned for its vibrant celebrations, honors Lord Ganesha as the deity of new beginnings, wisdom, and obstacle removal. Mahesh Suryawanshi, Treasurer of the Dagduseth Halwai Ganpati Trust, proudly noted that their collective effort was recognized by India World Record, which awarded them a certificate for this extraordinary feat. The event underscored the deep cultural and religious significance of the festival.
08 September, 2024 01:20 PM IST |
In a heartwarming celebration of cultural exchange, seven prominent Ganesh Mandals from Pune have united to observe Ganeshotsav in Jammu and Kashmir for the second year running. The festivities have expanded this year to include Anantnag and Kupwara. The participating Mandals—Kasba Ganpati, Tambdi Jogeshwari, Guruji Talim, Tulshibaug Ganpati, Kesariwada Ganpati Mandal, Shrimant Bhausaheb Rangari Ganpati, and Akhil Mandai Mandal—recently presented replicas of their revered Ganpati idols to Kashmiri Pandits who had traveled to Pune. These idols will be installed in Kashmir during the festival, symbolizing unity and cultural harmony. This initiative highlights the power of cultural exchange, transcending geographical boundaries. Punit Balan remarked that Ganeshotsav in Kashmir signifies the return of peace and cultural traditions following the abrogation of Article 370. A grand event was held to hand over the idols and honor the visiting Kashmiri guests. Watch video for more.
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