Archive · 22 Aug 2025
Maharashtra Expands Ganeshotsav Celebrations, Urges Wider Participation
The Maharashtra government wants everyone to celebrate the Ganesh festival, now a State Festival, in a big way.
They're asking government departments to help out with events.
They're also setting aside Rs 10 crore for contests and building a website for people worldwide to share pictures and videos.
The goal is to make the festival a big cultural event that brings people together and to highlight themes like self-reliance and honor veterans.
Maharashtra government directs departments to actively participate in the Ganeshotsav.
The festival is declared a State Festival and celebrated in 22 countries.
Rs 10 crore earmarked for cultural competitions during the 10-day festival.
A digital platform will allow global participation through photos and videos.
Government aims to highlight themes like Atmanirbhar Bharat and honor ex-servicemen.
- Who
- Maharashtra government and government departments.
- What
- Maharashtra government is pushing for active participation in Ganeshotsav celebrations and providing funds for cultural events.
- When
- During the upcoming Ganeshotsav festival.
- Where
- Maharashtra
- Why
- To celebrate Ganeshotsav on a larger scale and promote cultural unity.
- Event
- Ganeshotsav
- Status
- State Festival
- Countries Celebrating
- 22
- Fund for Competitions
- Rs 10 crore
- Focus
- Cultural programs and digital outreach
Sources
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