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A striking Ganesh idol crafted entirely from steel has been unveiled at Vijayanagar Colony in the Tadipatri town of Anantapur district, AP, as part of the Ganapati celebrations. The steel sculpture is drawing enthusiastic crowds, with devotees posing for photos and thousands of worshippers flocking to pay homage to Lord Ganesha in this creative tribute.
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The Ganapati Mandapam by Swakulsali Samaj Yuvajana Sangam in Gadwal town, Telangana, is drawing large crowds. Themed around the twelve Jyotirlingas, the mandapam beautifully depicts Lord Ganesh visiting these sacred sites. Adorned with vibrant lights, it offers devotees a unique and spiritually immersive experience during the festive celebrations.
Due to ongoing flooding, authorities have erected barricades around the famous Sri Edupayala Vana Durga Bhavani Temple in Nagasanupalli village, Papannapet mandal, Medak district. Floodwaters have reached the temple mandapam, prompting priests to shift puja rituals to the Rajagopuram. Devotees have been restricted from entering the premises.
The grand Maha Ganesh idol was installed in Khairatabad, with TG Governor Jishnu Dev Verma performing the first puja. TG Minister Ponnam Prabhakar, and Congress leaders participated. Despite rainfall, large crowds of devotees are gathering, taking selfies, and lining up for darshan, marking a vibrant start to the Vinayaka Chavithi celebrations.
At Tirumala temple in Tirupati, Andhra Pradesh, devotees are waiting in 11 compartments for darshan today. Sarvadarshan without tokens currently takes around 7 hours. On Tuesday, August 26, 77,837 devotees had darshan of Lord Venkateswara, and 21,510 offered tonsuring. The TTD reported a Hundi collection of ₹3.49 crore on the same day.
Mumbai’s GSB Seva Mandal Ganpati, adorned with 69 kg of gold and 336 kg of silver, is the richest Ganpati in India. This year, it has record insurance coverage of ₹474.46 crore, including ₹375 crore for priests, volunteers, cooks, and security, and ₹30 crore for public liability, ensuring comprehensive safety during festivities.
Hyderabad police have issued guidelines for devotees visiting Khairatabad’s Lord Ganesh. Darshan will be allowed daily from 6 am to 11 pm. Devotees are advised to use public transport to avoid congestion. The area will be under continuous surveillance with 60 CCTV cameras to ensure smooth and secure festival proceedings.
The ten-armed Maha Ganapati idol in Rayadurgam, Anantapur District, Andhra Pradesh, is a unique monolithic statue unlike any other in India. Installed during Bhupathi Raya’s reign in the 14th century, the massive idol measures 15 feet in height and 12 feet in width, drawing devotees and history enthusiasts alike.
The Khairatabad Ganesh festival, a major Hyderabad event since 1954, starts today. Founded by Shankaraiah with a one-foot idol, it features a new theme every year. This year’s theme, ‘World Peace,’ was chosen by organizers to inspire global harmony and unity during the vibrant and grand celebrations.
At the Sakshi Ganapati temple near Srisailam, Lord Ganesha appears in a unique form, carved in black stone, depicted as recording devotees’ names. Believed to be a divine witness, he draws large crowds. The temple, built with 16 pillars, began its Ganapati Navratri celebrations today, attracting devotees from across the region for special rituals.
During Ganesh Chaturthi, devotees offer 21 sacred leaves to Lord Ganesha in a ritual called ‘Patra Pooja’. Each leaf holds symbolic and spiritual significance. The list includes: Tulsi, Bilva, Durva, Arka, Mango, Amla, Jammi, Badari, Devadaru, Dhoopapatra, Maruvam, Kasha, Shami, Banyan, Peepal, Lotus, Vata, Agasti, Machi, Doorva, and Garika leaves.
Vinayaka Chaturthi honors Lord Ganesha, the remover of obstacles and patron of wisdom. Celebrated with devotion and joy, it unites families and communities through shared rituals. Devotees seek his blessings for success, prosperity, and clarity in new beginnings, making this vibrant festival both spiritually enriching and culturally significant across India.
Ganesh Chaturthi 2025 will be celebrated by honoring Lord Ganesha’s birth. The Madhyahna Puja Muhurat is from 11:06 AM to 1:40 PM. Devotees worship with modaks, prayers, and traditional rituals. The 10-day celebration ends with Ganesh Visarjan on September 6, symbolizing farewell and renewal. It’s a festival of devotion, peace, and unity.
At Tirumala temple in Tirupati, Andhra Pradesh, devotees are waiting in 9 compartments for darshan today. Sarvadarshan without tokens currently takes around 9 hours. On Monday, August 25, 67,767 devotees had darshan of Lord Venkateswara, and 25,852 offered tonsuring. The TTD reported a Hundi collection of ₹4.07 crore on the same day.