MUMBAI, India (AP) — Every year, after months of pouring monsoon rains, millions of devout Hindus across western India step out to joyfully celebrate the birthday of Ganesha, the elephant-headed god.
Elaborate idols of the god are purchased and brought home, where they are worshipped. After a few days – every family has its own tradition – the idols, made either from Plaster of Paris or clay, are carried to a large body of water and ceremonially immersed. The beautiful ritual, however, leaves r
MUMBAI, India (AP) — Every year, after months of pouring monsoon rains, millions of devout Hindus across western India step out to joyfully celebrate the birthday of Ganesha, the elephant-headed god.
Elaborate idols of the god are purchased and brought home, where they are worshipped. After a few days – every family has its own tradition – the idols, made either from Plaster of Paris or clay, are carried to a large body of water and ceremonially immersed. The beautiful ritual, however, leaves r…
