Ganesh Chaturthi

Ganesh Chaturthi is a special festival in India celebrating Lord Ganesha, the elephant-headed god of wisdom and good fortune. People make colorful statues of Ganesha and place them in their homes or communities. They decorate these places with lights and flowers. For about ten days, families and friends gather to sing, dance, and pray. They also offer sweets and other favorite foods to Ganesha. At the end of the festival, the statues are taken to a river or sea and gently placed in the water. This festival brings people together in joy and teaches the importance of removing obstacles in life.

How to celebrate Ganesh Chaturthi?

Celebrate Ganesh Chaturthi by making or getting a clay statue of Ganesha and setting it on a decorated platform. Sing joyful songs and offer sweets like modaks to Ganesha. You can make colorful rangoli designs on the ground. Spend time praying or talking to Ganesha, sharing your wishes and hopes. Invite friends and family to join in singing, dancing, and enjoying delicious food together. On the last day, join a parade to the water, where you gently place the Ganesha statue in, as if saying goodbye until next year, with lots of dancing and music. Enjoy this happy time!