New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi participated in the Ganpati Puja celebrations at the residence of Chief Justice of India (CJI) DY Chandrachud in New Delhi on Wednesday. The event showcased a unique moment where two key leaders came together to honor Lord Ganesha, the remover of obstacles.In a video shared online, PM Modi, dressed in a traditional Maharashtrian cap, was seen performing the aarti alongside Chief Justice Chandrachud and his wife. The trio offered prayers to Lord Ganeshas idol, in what was a deeply symbolic and spiritual occasion. After the ceremony, the prime minister took to social media, posting on X, Joined Ganesh Puja at the residence of CJI, Justice DY Chandrachud Ji. May Bhagwan Shri Ganesh bless us all with happiness, prosperity and wonderful health.#WATCH | PM Narendra Modi attended the Ganesh Puja celebrations at the residence of Chief Justice of India DY Chandrachud, in Delhi. pic.twitter.com/VqHsuobqh6— ANI (@ANI) September 11, 2024Ganesh Chaturthi celebrations across IndiaGanesh Chaturthi, also known as Vinayak Chaturthi, is a ten-day festival that honors Lord Ganesha, the God of New Beginnings. This year, the festival began on September 7, and celebrations are in full swing, especially in Maharashtra, where public pandals and homes are beautifully adorned with vibrant decorations. The festival is marked by processions, devotional chants, and rituals in reverence of Lord Ganesha.US ambassador Eric Garcetti offers Prayers in MumbaiEarlier in the day, US Ambassador to India, Eric Garcetti, visited the Shree Sarvajanik Ganeshotsav Sanstha in Mumbai, paying homage to Lord Ganesha. Garcetti emphasized that he keeps Ganesha statues in both his office and home for inspiration, highlighting the deitys significance even in American communities.
