Ganaraya in Maharashtra Sadan

New Delhi : Maharashtra Sadan on Copernicus Marg came alive today with the beating of drums and the chants of ‘Ganpati Bappa Morya.’ Devotees of Lord Ganesha gathered in large numbers to welcome their beloved Bappa. A similar atmosphere of joy and devotion was observed throughout Delhi and the National Capital Region (NCR) as Ganaraya made his grand arrival.

On behalf of the Public Ganeshotsav Committee of Maharashtra Sadan, Ganaraya was installed at the Maharashtra Sadan located on Copernicus Marg. Various Ganesha Mandals across Delhi also welcomed Ganaraya with enthusiasm today.

Ganeshotsav, celebrated with joy and fervor in every corner of Maharashtra, has also become a tradition in the national capital. The Resident Commissioner of Maharashtra Sadan, Rupinder Singh, performed the Ganesha worship during the celebration organized by the Public Celebration Committee at Maharashtra Sadan. Assistant Resident Commissioner Smt. Smita Shelar, along with officials and employees from various departments of the Maharashtra Government based in Delhi, joined a large gathering of Ganesha devotees for the occasion.

Earlier in the morning, a jubilant procession for Ganaraya was carried out along Copernicus Marg. The chants of ‘Ganpati Bappa Morya’ and ‘Mangalmurthy Morya,’ along with the rhythmic beats of drums, filled the air with religious fervor. Following the procession, Ganaraya was honored with formal worship, sacred chants, and an aarti.

Ganaraya was also honored today at nearly 38 Marathi Ganeshotsav Mandals across Delhi and the NCR, where Bappa’s arrival was celebrated with the sound of drums and cymbals.

A Series of Programs During Ganeshotsav

Like every year, this year too, Ganeshotsav in Delhi and the surrounding areas will feature a series of cultural programs. Various Ganesha Mandals have organized events showcasing the rich culture of Maharashtra. These include Marathi Lavani, plays, music nights, cymbal band performances, kirtans, bhajan evenings, and more. Along with Marathi people working in various fields, a large number of non-Marathi devotees of Lord Ganesha also actively participate in these Ganeshotsav celebrations.