Bhadradri Kothagudem (Telangana) [India]: As part of Ganesh Chaturthi celebrations, a unique Ganesh idol, decorated with currency notes worth Rs 1.10 crore, has been put on display at the Ambedkar Centre in Paloncha Mandal of Bhadradri Kothagudem district.
The idol, set up by the Kapu community, has been drawing a large number of devotees.
Organiser NP Naidu stated that they have been installing the Ganesh idol at this location for the past 28 years and this year they decorated it with Rs 1.10 crore in notes.
Naidu told media, “We have been setting up the Ganesh idol here for the past 28 years. This year, we’ve decorated Lord Ganesh with Rs 1.10 crore in notes. We’re thrilled to see so many people coming here and receiving the blessings of Lord Ganesh.”
A devotee named Krishna told ANI that he was enchanted by the idol and mentioned that he had never seen anything like this anywhere.
“I have never seen anything like this anywhere. The Ganesh idol, decorated with Rs 1.10 crore in notes by the Kapu community, is truly unique. I don’t think anyone else in Telangana has done something like this. This (Ganesh idol) is mesmerising,” he said.
Another devotee expressed her delight at the sight of the Lord Ganesh idol.
“All our family has come to see the decoration of Ganesh Ji at the Ambedkar Centre. We are delighted to see this decoration,” she said.
Ganesh Chaturthi, a 10-day festival, will continue until Anantha Chaturdashi. This festival is also known as Vinayak Chaturthi or Vinayak Chavithi.
During Ganesh Chaturthi, Lord Ganesha is worshipped as the god of new beginnings and the remover of obstacles. Devotees across India and abroad celebrate Lord Ganesha’s wisdom and intelligence.
Homes and pandals are adorned with elaborate decorations, and the air is filled with prayers, music, and festive chants. The streets come all over with vibrant processions and traditional rituals as people prepare delicious offerings and visit the beautifully decorated pandals.