Telangana's Grand Ganesh Chaturthi Festivities Conclude

The nine-day long Ganesh Chaturthi festivities commenced grandly in Telangana, highlighted by a 70 ft idol at Khairatabad. Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy participated in the celebrations. Many pandals were set up statewide, with the government ensuring security. Initiatives for greener celebrations with clay idols are gaining traction.

The nine-day long Ganesh Chaturthi festivities commenced on a grand scale in Telangana, with people celebrating with devotion and traditional fervor.

Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy attended the puja at the famous pandal in Khairatabad, known for the giant size of the idol. This year, a 70 ft idol was installed, attracting thousands of devotees over the nine days.

Various pandals were set up across the state, especially in Hyderabad to celebrate the festivities. The state government made elaborate security arrangements for the festival and the subsequent immersion of idols in water bodies after the nine days of worship.

Clay Ganesha idols are gaining increased popularity each year as part of initiatives to promote greener celebrations.