Eco-Friendly Calls & Cultural Pride: Maharashtra Gears Up for Ganesh Festival, Says CM Shinde

Maharashtra Chief Minister Eknath Shinde called for an eco-friendly celebration of the Ganesh festival. Highlighting Maharashtra's rich heritage, he urged preservation of cultural legacy while expressing hope for blessings from the deity. Shinde also appealed for aid to the needy, emphasizing the state's role in India's growth.

Maharashtra Chief Minister Eknath Shinde has called on citizens to celebrate the Ganesh festival in an eco-friendly manner, extending his greetings ahead of the ten-day event.

In his statement, Shinde highlighted the rich heritage and culture of Maharashtra that come to the forefront during this iconic festival. He expressed hope that the elephant-headed deity will bestow blessings on all, urging people to preserve the state's cultural legacy.

Additionally, Shinde appealed to Ganesh devotees to assist the needy and underprivileged sections of society. He emphasized that Maharashtra, as India's growth engine, would play a pivotal role in realizing 'Viksit Bharat' (Developed India) with the deity's blessings.

(With inputs from agencies.)