How Hyderabad’s Artisans Shape Clay Ganeshas with Love & Devotion
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How Hyderabad’s Artisans Shape Clay Ganeshas with Love & Devotion :
The art of making clay Ganesha idols is a beautiful tradition that is both eco-friendly and spiritually meaningful. Every year, as Ganesh Chaturthi approaches, skilled artisans bring life to Lord Ganesha through their dedicated craftsmanship. Unlike plaster idols that harm the environment, clay Ganesha idols dissolve easily in water, symbolizing purity and a return to nature. The true hard work of artisans is reflected in every detail – from the gentle smile of the idol to the fine carvings that show devotion and culture. In Hyderabad, this art is widely spread, with artisans creating not only small idols for homes but also grand idols up to 8 feet tall that adorn street pandals and community mandapams. These idols carry the message of worship with responsibility towards the environment, making them special for every celebration.
A Ganesh puja is incomplete without the right offerings, and the beauty of the festival lies in the rituals that follow. Along with the clay idol, devotees prepare puja samagri like betel leaves, betel nuts, coconut, fruits (bananas, apples, etc.), flowers, durva grass (garika), turmeric, kumkum, sandalwood paste, incense sticks, camphor, diyas (oil lamps), agarbatti stand, kalash, rice, jaggery, modaks or sweets, prasad plate, puja thali, small bell, cloth for decoration, garland, and coins. These items add purity and devotion to the celebration, bringing families and communities together. The making and worship of clay Ganesha is more than tradition – it is an eco-friendly festival that blends art, faith, and sustainability. To explore more about this tradition, watch here.
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