Archive · 25 Sep 2026
Bhadrachalam Immerses Around 800 Ganesh Idols in Godavari River
People in Bhadrachalam celebrated the end of the Ganesh festival on Thursday.
They carried Ganesh idols in colourful processions.
The idols were taken to the Godavari River for immersion.
Officials said about 800 idols were immersed.
Music, devotional songs and chants accompanied the processions.
Police and volunteers helped manage people and traffic.
Authorities told devotees to stay within safe areas and follow instructions.
They also asked everyone to keep the riverbank clean.
Around 800 Ganesh idols were immersed in the Godavari River at Bhadrachalam on Thursday evening.
Devotees from Bhadrachalam and nearby areas joined colourful processions with music, devotional songs and chants.
The immersion marked the conclusion of Ganesh Chaturthi festivities in the area.
Police, officials and other departments regulated devotees, vehicles and access to designated immersion points.
Authorities urged participants to follow safety rules, avoid restricted river areas and help maintain cleanliness.
- Who
- Devotees from Bhadrachalam and surrounding areas, along with police, officials, volunteers and organisers.
- What
- Around 800 Ganesh idols were immersed in the Godavari River, concluding the local Ganesh Chaturthi festivities.
- When
- Thursday evening.
- Where
- At designated immersion points along the Godavari River in Bhadrachalam.
- Why
- The immersion marked the conclusion of the Ganesh Chaturthi celebrations.
- Location
- Bhadrachalam, along the Godavari River
- Idols immersed
- Around 800
- Day
- Thursday
- Event
- Ganesh idol immersion
- Festival
- Ganesh Chaturthi
- Safety arrangements
- Police, officials and volunteers regulated processions, traffic and access
- Public guidance
- Devotees were asked to follow safety rules, use permitted locations and maintain cleanliness