Ganesh Festival is a celebration dedicated to Lord Ganesh, the son of Shiva and Paravati.Lord Ganesha (Ganpati), the God of wisdom and prosperity is known as the first God (Prathmesh) in Hindu religion.

The birth of Lord Ganesh is on the 4th day of the bright half of Bhadrapad (August/September). This festival is celebrated for 10 days from Ganesh Chaturthi - birth -date-to Anantchaturdashi -the final 10th day of his immersion.

Ganesh, the elephant-headed son of Shiva and Parvati, is widely worshipped as the supreme god of wisdom. This festival in his honour is celebrated in the states of Maharashtra, Tamil Nadu, Karnataka and Andhra Pradesh, but is most extravagant in Pune.

Ganesh Festival In Pune, there are five Ganpati of Honour. They are as follows- First Ganpati of Honour : Kasba Ganpati, Second Ganpati of Honour : Tambadi Jogeshwari, Third Ganpati of Honour : Guruji Talim, Fourth Ganpati of Honour : Tulsibaug Ganpati and Fifth Ganpati of Honour : Kesariwada Ganpati. Shrimant Dagdusheth Halwai Ganpati Mandal and Akhil Mandai Mandal are also worshipped by crores of people across Globe.

During the festival, an idol of Lord Ganesh is brought over and

This 11-day festival starting with the installation of beautifully engraved (sculptured) Ganesh idols in colorfully decorated homes and mandapas (pendals). The mandapas has been depicted by religious themes or current events. The idols are worshipped with families and friends. An enthusiastic spiritual atmosphere prevails allround.

Today Ganesh Festival has not remained just a popular festival, but it has become a very critical and important economic activity for Maharashtra. Many artists, industries, businesses survive on this mega event. Ganesh Festival also provides a stage for budding artists to present their art to the public.