Collective Ganpati Visarjan in Sydney to promote eco-friendly celebrations

Ganesh Chaturthi, the Hindu festival celebrating the birth of the God Ganesh, is being observed across the world. Traditionally, after the festivities, devotees bid farewell to Ganesh by immersing his idols or images in water, a ritual known as 'Ganpati Visarjan'. To make this celebration eco-friendly and sustainable, local councils in Sydney are providing communities with environmentally friendly alternatives. Listen to this podcast featuring Vijay Srinivasa from Sahyadri Sydney to learn more about collective and eco-friendly immersion.

Members of the community performing Ganapati Visarjan at artificial pond organised by Sahyadri Sydney and Sewa Australia in conjunction with the Liverpool City Council.

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