Andhra Governor, CM, Jagan Extend Ganesh Chaturthi Greetings
People are celebrating Ganesh Chaturthi with devotion by installing colourful idols, performing special prayers, chanting hymns, and offering sweets to Lord Ganesh.
Amaravati: Andhra Pradesh Governor S Abdul Nazeer, Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu, YSRCP chief Jagan Mohan Reddy on Wednesday conveyed greetings to the people on the occasion of Ganesh Chaturthi.
CM Naidu extended his wishes to Telugu people, expressing hope that Lord Ganapati blesses families with success, removes obstacles in their path, and ensures peace in their lives.
"My hearty Vinayaka Chavithi greetings to all Telugu people. I pray that Lord Ganapati blesses you so that no obstacles hinder your family's progress and your goals," said Naidu in a post on X.
He further observed that the festival is being celebrated with devotion, adding that may the Lord bless auspiciousness upon those setting up marquees and worshipping with faith and joy.
Naidu unveiled an eco-friendly Ganesh Chaturthi poster at the Secretariat on Tuesday, launching Pollution Control Board's statewide awareness programmes promoting clay idols and sustainable celebrations.
The Chief Minister urged devotees to avoid Plaster of Paris (POP) idols, stressing that clay and seed-Ganapatis ensure safe immersions.
Similarly, Governor S Abdul Nazeer extended greetings, describing Ganesh Chaturthi as an important festival celebrated with fervour, devotion, and participation of families across Andhra Pradesh.
"The festival signifies prayers to Lord Vigneswara to remove obstacles and bestow prosperity. I pray he showers blessings for peace, prosperity, and harmony," Nazeer said in a Raj Bhavan press release on Tuesday.
Likewise, YSRCP chief and former chief minister YS Jagan Mohan Reddy also extended greetings, praying for obstacles to be removed and for success in the lives of the state's people.
"Wholeheartedly praying that Lord Vighneshwara removes all obstacles and grants success in everyone's lives, I extend Ganesh Chaturthi greetings to all the people of the state," said Jagan Mohan Reddy in a post on X.
Meanwhile, Endowments Minister Anam Ramanarayana Reddy offered silk robes to Kanipakam Varasiddhi Vinayaka on behalf of the State Government on Wednesday.
According to a press release, the minister prayed for the state's welfare and prosperity.
In Andhra Pradesh, people are celebrating Ganesh Chaturthi with devotion by installing colourful idols, performing special prayers, chanting hymns, and offering sweets to Lord Ganesh.
Festivities include vibrant community gatherings, cultural programs, music, and dance. Idols are later immersed in rivers and ponds.