Chhattisgarh CM Vishnu Dev Sai Crowns Lord Ganesha with Gold Crown in Raipur
Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Vishnu Dev Sai offered prayers to Lord Ganesha at the Ganpati temple in Gol Bazar area of Raipur. He visited the temple on Saturday evening and crowned the Lord Ganesha idol with a jewelled gold crown. CM Sai prayed for peace, prosperity, and well-being in every household across the state.
After offering prayers, CM Sai said, “Ganesh Pujan has been taking place in Gol Bazar for 115 years… Earlier also we had the good fortune of crowning Lord Ganesha here and this time we have crowned him with a jewelled gold crown, performed pooja and prayed to Lord Ganesha that there should be happiness, prosperity and peace in every home of Chhattisgarh.”
During his visit, CM Sai was accompanied by Chhattisgarh BJP in-charge Nitin Navin and State President Kiran Singh Dev. In a post on X, CM Sai said, “Today, along with State BJP in-charge Nitin Navin and State President Kiran Singh Dev, I reached Gol Bazar of the capital, worshipped Lord Ganesha, took his blessings and prayed for the progress and prosperity of all the people of the state.”
He added, “On this auspicious occasion, the idol of Lord Shri Ganesha was adorned with a golden crown. For the last 115 years, Lord Ganapati has been installed in Gol Bazar on Ganeshotsav, whose glory has spread throughout Chhattisgarh.”
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 alive with vibrant processions and traditional rituals as people prepare delicious offerings and visit the beautifully decorated pandals.
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Chhattisgarh -: Chhattisgarh is a state in central India. It is known for its rich cultural heritage and natural beauty.
CM -: CM stands for Chief Minister. The Chief Minister is the head of the government in an Indian state.
Vishnu Dev Sai -: Vishnu Dev Sai is the Chief Minister of Chhattisgarh. He is a political leader responsible for the administration of the state.
Raipur -: Raipur is the capital city of Chhattisgarh. It is a major city known for its historical and cultural significance.
Ganpati temple -: A Ganpati temple is a place of worship dedicated to Lord Ganesha, who is a popular Hindu deity.
Gold Crown -: A gold crown is a headpiece made of gold, often decorated with jewels. It is used to honor and adorn deities in temples.
BJP -: BJP stands for Bharatiya Janata Party. It is one of the major political parties in India.
Nitin Navin -: Nitin Navin is a political leader and the in-charge of BJP activities in Chhattisgarh.
Kiran Singh Dev -: Kiran Singh Dev is the State President of the BJP in Chhattisgarh. He is responsible for leading the party in the state.
Ganesh Chaturthi -: Ganesh Chaturthi is a Hindu festival celebrating the birth of Lord Ganesha. It is a 10-day festival marked by prayers, offerings, and celebrations.
Anantha Chaturdashi -: Anantha Chaturdashi is the last day of the Ganesh Chaturthi festival. It is the day when the idols of Lord Ganesha are immersed in water.