Prime Minister Narendra Modi extended greetings on the occasion of Ganesh Chaturthi on Wednesday, praying for the well-being and prosperity of all.
In a post on X, Modi said the festival symbolises devotion and faith, bringing auspiciousness to everyone.
“Heartfelt Ganesh Chaturthi wishes to all of you. May this sacred occasion filled with devotion and faith bring auspiciousness to everyone. I pray to Lord Gajanana that He blesses all His devotees with happiness, peace, and excellent health. Ganpati Bappa Morya!,” the Prime Minister wrote.
Ganesh Chaturthi, also known as Vinayak Chaturthi or Vinayak Chavithi, marks the worship of Lord Ganesha as the god of new beginnings and remover of obstacles. The festival is observed across India and abroad with decorated homes and pandals, prayers, music, and colourful processions.
Earlier in the day, large numbers of devotees thronged the Shree Siddhivinayak Ganpati Temple in Mumbai to offer prayers. Many households welcomed Lord Ganesh idols, observed fasts, prepared traditional delicacies, and visited pandals.
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Across the country, lakhs of devotees gathered in temples and mandals to seek blessings.
This year, the first look of Mumbai’s famous Lalbaugcha Raja was unveiled on Sunday. Crafted with elaborate artistry, the idol is considered more than just a deity, symbolising collective faith, artistic mastery, and the vibrant spirit of Mumbai.
Every year, millions of devotees come for darshan, with the unveiling of the Lalbaugcha Raja remaining one of the festival’s main attractions.
The Lalbaugcha Raja Sarvajanik Ganeshotsav Mandal, located at Putlabai Chawl, was founded in 1934, and the idol has been cared for by the Kambli family for more than eight decades. The history and legacy of Lalbaugcha Raja remain an integral part of Maharashtra’s festive culture.
Earlier in July, the Maharashtra government declared the public Ganeshotsav as the “Maharashtra State Festival.” The announcement was made in the Legislative Assembly by Cultural Affairs Minister Ashish Shelar, who recalled that the tradition of public Ganeshotsav was started in Maharashtra in 1893 by Lokmanya Tilak.
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