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Kolkata: Devotees perform rituals before clay idols of Lord Ganesha at a community puja pandal, on the occasion of ''Ganesh Chaturthi'' in Kolkata, Wednesday, Aug. 31, 2022. 

Beawar: Devotees worship Lord Ganesh at a pandal on the occasion of Ganesh Chaturthi festival in Beawar, Wednesday, Aug 31, 2022. (PTI Photo)

New Delhi: An artisan waits for customers to sell Ganesha idols, ahead of the festival of ''''Ganesh Chaturthi'''', in New Delhi, Tuesday, Aug 30, 2022. (PTI Photo/Shahbaz Khan)

Ganesha Chaturthi 2022: High hope for business community! Zero import of Chinese Ganesh idols this year

The festive season of this year has started with the 10-day grand celebrations of Ganesh festival across the country from today giving a high hope for the business community for big business this year.

With this festival, the Confederation of All India Traders (CAIT) has once again re-continue its boycott of Chinese goods campaign.

CAIT` National President B.C. Bhartia and Secretary General Praveen Khandelwal said that according to an estimate, more than 20 crore Ganesh idols are purchased in the country every year, which generates an estimated business of more than Rs 300 crore.

They said that since the last two years, the trend of installing eco-friendly idols of Lord Ganesh in large quantities across the country is growing very fast.

Earlier, large quantities of Ganesha idols made of plaster of paris, stone, marble and other items were imported from China due to cheap prices but due to the campaign of boycott of Chinese goods by CAIT in the last two years, the import of Chinese Ganesh idols stands nil and the local craftsmen, artisans and potters working in their houses across cities all over the country involving their family women make idols from clay and cow dung, which are easily immersed.

They further said that eco-friendly idols are being made which instead of being immersed are mixed in trees and plants, which does not harm the environment too.

Because of these idols, lakhs of people get business across the country.

Bhopal: Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan with his wife Sadhna Singh carries an idol of Lord Ganesha for installation at their residence, on the occasion of Ganesh Chaturthi in Bhopal, Wednesday, Aug. 31, 2022.

Vinayaka Chaturthi celebrated with religious fervour in Puducherry

Vinayaka Chaturthi was celebrated in Puducherry on Wednesday with religious fervour and spiritual gaiety. People from within the union territory and neighbouring Tamil Nadu districts made a beeline to the famous shrine of Manakula Vinayakar in the heart of this town to offer prayers to the presiding deity. Elaborate arrangements were made for the flow of the devotees right from early morning at the temple. 

Clay models of Lord Ganesha made by rural artisans in and around Puducherry were selling like hot cakes. Several materials including paper umbrellas forming part of the decoration of the deity were much sought after by the residents celebrating the festival at homes. 

Lt Governor Tamilisai Soundararajan, Chief Minister N Rangasamy, Civil Supplies Minister J Sai Saravanan Kumar, leaders of different political parties and Speaker R Selvam were among those who wished people in separate messages a sustained flow of blessings of Ganesha for a peaceful, healthy and prosperous future. The chaturthi celebration committee installed a tall statue of Lord Ganesha at Saram near here and will hold cultural events in the next few days.

Film avatars of Allu Arjun, Ram Charan trend in Ganesh Chaturthi pandals

The elephant-headed god is a favourite of countless millions in India and abroad. With devotees going the extra mile to make their pandals and idols stand out, Ganesha idols are seen in various avatars, many of them reflecting current social, political and cultural developments. With southern movies on a winning spree, it is not surprising to see Ganesha idol versions of star cousins Allu Arjun and Ram Charan popular in pandals across India. These images are trending on social media too. Both actors became household names after the resounding success of `Pushpa-The Rise`, and `RRR` respectively. Ganesha idols armed with bow and arrows, fashioned on Mega Power Star Ram Charan`s role of Alluri Sita Rama Raju in `RRR` have been winning hearts this year.

Ganesha pandals this year are going to town with `Pushpa` versions too. After creating a buzz at the Independence Day Parade in New York, the stylish star Allu Arjun is now the talk of the Ganesh Chaturthi festivities. Now, as the famous Ganapati festival has arrived, the fever of Pushpa Raj style was seen taking over the Ganpati idols. The Ganapati festival is among the most celebrated one among the masses. While the people welcome Lord Ganesha at their place, this time the idols arrived in Pushpa Raj style. In some places, the idols of Lord Ganesha were seen where he was sitting in famous Pushpa Raj style. The Tollywood star has seen an exceptionally high craze among the audience ever since Pushpa: The Rise has been released. The film has created a trend where young and old, commoners and celebrities are imitating the trade mark steps of Pusha Raj in the movie.

`Pushpa -The Rise` was the biggest grosser of 2021. Released in five languages, it went on to acquire cult status. Allu Arjun who has been busy with various brand endorsements will begin shooting for `Pushpa -The Rule` soon.

Fans say ''good upbringing'' as Kunal Kemmu and Soha Ali Khan visit Ganpati temple with daughter Inaaya

Bollywood couple Kunal Kemmu and Soha Ali Khan shared a video of them visiting a Ganpati temple along with their four-year-old daughter Inaaya Naumi Kemmu. The short clip shows Inaaya praying at the temple, feeding a cow and even putting a tilak on her parents` foreheads. Kunal and Soha wished everyone a Happy Ganesh Chaturthi on their respective Instagram pages. "Wishing everyone a Happy Ganesh Chaturthi. May lord Ganesha bring happiness peace and light into all your lives. Ganpati Bappa Moriya #happyganeshchaturthi," they wrote.

Social media users could not stop themselves and praised on the upbringing the two actors have given their daughter. A user wrote: "Must appreciate the way you both are upbringing your daughter, she is so adorable."

Another said: "Kunal asked her daughter to use right hand to ring a ghanti. And I thought its only my parents who do this." A netizen praised how Kunal asked "Inaaya to hit the bell with her right hand and not left. Really shows your good upbringing and good teachings by your parents."Calling Soha and Kunal a "good parent", a fan said: "You both are very good parents. Jo apne bacchon ko India ke har festival mein participate kerna shikhate ho."

Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar: Ganesh Chaturthi transcends boundaries of caste, creed, religion or region

Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar on Tuesday greeted people on the eve of Ganesh Chaturthi, saying the festival represents India's composite culture and transcends the boundaries of caste, creed, religion or region. Celebrated with traditional fervour and gaiety, Ganesh Chaturthi marks the birthday of Lord Ganesh, the god of wisdom and prosperity, he said in his message. 

"The festival of Ganesh Chaturthi, representing India's composite culture, transcends the boundaries of caste, creed, religion or region. On this occasion, I pray for the good health, happiness and prosperity of all my countrymen," Dhankhar said.

Much revered in India's cultural tradition, Lord Ganesh is invoked at the beginning of every auspicious endeavour by the devout, he said.

PM Narendra Modi greets people on Ganesh Chaturthi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi Wednesday greeted people on the occasion of Ganesh Chaturthi and wished that the spirit of kindness and brotherhood always prevail. "Best wishes on Ganesh Chaturthi. May the blessings of Bhagwan Shri Ganesh always remain upon us," he tweeted.  He added, "Michhami Dukkadam! Samvatsari emphasises on forgiveness. May there be no ill-feelings towards anyone. May the spirit of kindness and brotherhood always prevail."