Ganesh Chaturthi
September 11 - TUESDAY
Observance: Restricted Holiday Holiday (India)
"Honoring Lord Ganesha's birth with elaborate idols, prayers, and grand immersion ceremonies."
A Hindu festival celebrating the birth of Lord Ganesha, the elephant-headed deity of wisdom and prosperity.
Traditions:
- Installing clay Ganesha idols in homes and public pandals
- Offering modaks (sweet dumplings), Ganesha's favorite food
- Immersing the idols in water bodies after the festival period
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Fun Fact:
The festival was popularized by freedom fighter Lokmanya Tilak to unite people against British rule.