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VIDEOS AND PHOTOS: Pune’s Dagdusheth Halwai Ganpati Temple Adorned With 2,000 Kg Of Grapes On Holi |
On the occasion of Holi, 2,000 kg of grapes were used to decorate the famous Shreemant Dagdusheth Halwai Ganpati Temple in Pune on Sunday.
Dagdusheth Halwai Ganpati Temple is said to be 130 years old.
According to the temple authorities, the deity of Lord Ganesha was established by Dagdusheth Halwai and his wife Lakshmibai way back when they lost their only son to the plague epidemic, hence it is called Shreemant Dagdusheth Halwai Ganpati.
Earlier, President Droupadi Murmu conveyed her greetings to citizens on the eve of Holi.
In a message, the President said, “On the auspicious occasion of Holi, I extend my greetings and best wishes to all Indians living in India and abroad.”
The president affirmed the spirit of the Holi festival in his message and said, “Holi is a lively and joyful festival, which infuses hope and enthusiasm into our lives. The various colors of Holi symbolize the diversity of our country. This festival is promote feelings of love, unity, and brotherhood among the people. This festival also inspires us to strengthen our cultural heritage.” “May this festival of colors bring happiness to everyone’s life and motivate us all to work towards building a nation with a new zeal,” he added.
Holi is a festival that is celebrated with as much enthusiasm in the country as it is abroad. The festival is preceded by a ritual of lighting bonfires called ‘Holika Dahan’, which signifies the burning of the demon Holika.
The festival is dedicated to Lord Krishna, who is believed to have spent considerable time in a region called Braj in Uttar Pradesh. It not only reproduces the spirit of Holi but also imitates the eternal love of Radha and Krishna.
