GOVERNOR EXTENDS GREETINGS ON GANESH CHATURTHI

Panaji: September 6, 2024

Governor PS Sreedharan Pillai, has extended his greetings to the people of Goa on the festive occasion of Ganesh Chaturthi

Governor in his message stated that, Ganesh Chaturthi is one of important festivals in our country which is widely celebrated with joy and enthusiasm by all citizens irrespective of religion, caste or creed. Lord Ganesha is one of the most worshipped deities in the Hindu pantheon. He is also known as Vigneshwar who is the remover of all obstacles and the Lord of Success and Prosperity.

The most important festival for Goans is the Ganesh Chaturthi known as ‘Chovoth’. The preparations for this festival begin months in advance. During this festival, family reunions take place, as they return to their ancestral home to celebrate Ganesh Chaturthi with grandeur, solemnity and devotion. The festival begins at home with installation of Lord Ganesh murti (statue). Families decorate a room by putting a “Matoli”adorned with flowers, seasonal vegetables and fruits before the God is brought home and placed on an altar. The women of the house prepare Modaks which is a favourite of Lord Ganesh, he said.

Celebration of Ganesh Chaturthi sparks joy all over the country and unites people with great amity, social harmony and mutual understanding, he added.

On this auspicious occasion, may Lord Ganesh bring renewed peace, happiness and prosperity to all, Governor concluded

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