Mangalore: Artful Creations Mark Sarvanajika Ganeshotsava in Kulshekhar
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Daijiworld Media Network – Mangalore (SP)
Mangalore, Sep 14: Sarvajanika Ganeshotsava Samiti of Kulshekhar organized its 41st annual Ganapati Utsav on a grand scale at Bikkarnakatta Kulshekhar in the city. Distinguished religious leaders and dignitaries participated in various programmes organized on the occasion, while attractive cultural programmes provided feast to the eyes and minds of the people from surrounding areas.
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An artful miniature sanctum sanctorum created by enthusiasts of the committee by using pieces of 40 sugarcanes came in for special appreciation by all the visitors and dignitaries. An idol of Lord Ganesha, created by using tender leaves of coconut fronds was the other unique feature of this Ganeshotsav.
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The idol of Lord Ganesha was taken in an immersion procession, through the decorated streets of the city on the evening of Monday September 13. Huli Veshas, attractive tableaux and a large crowd provided a grand accompaniment to the Lord’s idol. The festivities connected with the Utsav ended with the immersion of the idol at around 7.30 pm on Monday.