Ganapati festival

The Ganapati Festival, also known as Ganesh Chaturthi, is a major Hindu celebration honoring Lord Ganesha, the elephant-headed deity of wisdom, prosperity, and good fortune. Typically lasting 10 days, devotees bring home or install large clay idols of Ganesha in their homes or public pandals. The festival involves prayers, offerings, cultural performances, and community gatherings. On the final day, the idols are immersed in water, symbolizing Ganesha's return to his divine realm and the cycle of life, renewal, and the removal of obstacles. The festival fosters devotion, social unity, and cultural expression across regions, especially in India.