Tiruchirappalli, Aug. 6 -- Preparations for the upcoming 'Vinayaka Chaturthi' festival have begun with full enthusiasm across India. In Tamil Nadu's Tiruchirappalli district, artisans have made eco-friendly Ganesha idols ahead of the festival.

This festival is also known as 'Ganesh Chaturthi' or 'Vinayak Chavithi'. During Ganesh Chaturthi, Lord Ganesha is worshipped as the god of new beginnings and the remover of obstacles.

Ganesh Chaturthi celebrates the birth of Lord Ganesha. It is one of the most popular Hindu festivals. Ganesh Chaturthi is a 10-day festival that continues until Anantha Chaturdashi. It is believed that during this time, Lord Ganesha arrives on earth with his mother, Goddess Parvati, and showers blessings on the peopl...