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IN PHOTOS: India prepares to welcome Ganpati Bappa ahead of Ganesh Chaturthi 2025

Updated On: 20 August, 2025 05:09 PM IST | Raaina Jain

Ganesh Chaturthi, which will be observed on August 27 this year, is one of the most widely celebrated festivals in India. While Sarvajanik Ganeshotsav is most commonly observed in Maharashtra, other regions in India also witness grand celebrations. Here are some glimpses of festive preparations ahead of the occasion (Pics/PTI)

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As Ganesh Chaturthi approaches, one can see vibrant idols of Lord Ganesha across the country

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As Ganesh Chaturthi approaches, one can see vibrant idols of Lord Ganesha across the country
Karad, Maharashtra With the festival just around the corner, murtikars and artisans are giving finishing touches to Lord Ganesha idols across India

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Karad, Maharashtra

With the festival just around the corner, murtikars and artisans are giving finishing touches to Lord Ganesha idols across India

Gurugram, Haryana The preparation of these idols starts months in advance, creating a vibrant atmosphere even before the festival begins

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Gurugram, Haryana

The preparation of these idols starts months in advance, creating a vibrant atmosphere even before the festival begins

Agra, Uttar Pradesh Making special arrangements for the deity’s arrival at home is one of the most special traditions of Ganesh Chaturthi

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Agra, Uttar Pradesh

Making special arrangements for the deity’s arrival at home is one of the most special traditions of Ganesh Chaturthi

Amritsar, Punjab Besides celebrations at home, community events and prayers also form an integral part of the 10-day-long Ganeshotsav

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Amritsar, Punjab

Besides celebrations at home, community events and prayers also form an integral part of the 10-day-long Ganeshotsav

Amritsar, Punjab Huge idols of Lord Ganesha are made for Ganpati pandals in the country

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Amritsar, Punjab

Huge idols of Lord Ganesha are made for Ganpati pandals in the country

Chennai, Tamil Nadu These pandals not only welcome devotees seeking blessings but also organise cultural activities to mark the festival. Housing societies and offices also welcome Lord Ganesha idols during Ganeshotsav

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Chennai, Tamil Nadu

These pandals not only welcome devotees seeking blessings but also organise cultural activities to mark the festival. Housing societies and offices also welcome Lord Ganesha idols during Ganeshotsav

Mumbai, Maharashtra Many idols of Lord Ganesha have unique themes that also reflect in pandal decorations. In cities like Mumbai and Pune, Sarvajanik Ganeshotsav creates an incomparable festive atmosphere with huge crowds gathering for Ganpati aagman and visarjan

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Mumbai, Maharashtra

Many idols of Lord Ganesha have unique themes that also reflect in pandal decorations. In cities like Mumbai and Pune, Sarvajanik Ganeshotsav creates an incomparable festive atmosphere with huge crowds gathering for Ganpati aagman and visarjan

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