Mumbai, Aug. 27 -- Television actress Rashmi Desai brought Lord Ganesha home as Ganesh Chaturthi celebrations began today, August 27.

Speaking to ANI, the actress shared how deeply the festival is connected to her family and how they have been following eco-friendly practices for many years.

Rashmi said that Ganesh Chaturthi is always celebrated with great enthusiasm in her household. She added that preparations for the festival begin "nearly a month and a half in advance."

"Ganpati is always celebrated with full enthusiasm, and at our place, we've been welcoming Bappa for over 18 years now, so it holds a very special place in our hearts. The excitement begins nearly a month and a half in advance, deciding how the decorations should be...