Ganesh Chaturthi is an important festival in Hinduism, which celebrates the birth of Lord Ganesha. Ganesha is worshipped as the destroyer of obstacles and the god of wisdom.

The story goes like this:
Once, Parvati took out a hair from her body and made a son out of it. She named the child Ganesha. When Shiva returned home, he saw Ganesha and mistook him for a stranger and started fighting with him. Ganesha tried to stop Shiva, but Shiva cut off one of his hands. Parvati was very sad and told Shiva that he should give Ganesha is hand back. Shiva replaced Ganesha is cut hand with an elephant is hand, giving Ganesha one of his hands. After this incident, Shiva accepted Ganesha as his son and blessed him with the power of being a destroyer of obstacles.

According to this story, Ganesha was born and had the characteristics he had because of the love and sacrifice of his parents. On Ganesh Chaturthi, people worship Ganesha and seek his blessings.

A Celebration of the Ganesh Chaturthi.

Ganesh Chaturthi is a Hindu festival celebrated with great enthusiasm and fervor across India, especially in Maharashtra. It marks the birth of Lord Ganesha, the son of Shiva and Parvati. Ganesha is revered as the remover of obstacles and the bringer of good fortune.

Key Celebrations and Traditions:

1. Ganesh Idol Installation: Devotees bring home or install a clay idol of Ganesha in their homes or community pandals.

2. Puja and Offerings: Daily prayers, offerings of modak (sweet dumplings), and other delicacies are made to Ganesha.

3. Cultural Programs: Various cultural events, such as singing, dancing, and plays, are organized to celebrate the occasion.

4. Procession and Immersion: On the final day, a grand procession is held, where the Ganesha idols are taken to nearby water bodies for immersion.

Significance of Ganesh Chaturthi:

1. Removing Obstacles: Ganesha is believed to remove obstacles and pave the way for success.
2. Bringing Good Fortune: He is considered the bringer of prosperity and wealth.
3. Intellectual Development: Ganesha is the god of wisdom and knowledge.
4. Unity and Community: The festival promotes a sense of unity and community among people.

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