Divine works in mysterious ways There are moments in life when you search in familiar places for your blessing only to find nothing. You expect it in the obvious, in the predictable, in the doors that look wide open. Yet it does not appear there. And then without warning it arrives in the most unexpected corner through a person you…
The Gauri Ganpati festival, a cherished tradition in Maharashtra, is a vibrant celebration of devotion, community, and reverence for nature. This festival, observed during Ganesh Chaturthi, honors Lord Ganesh and his mother or sister, Goddess Gauri (an incarnation of Parvati), symbolizing prosperity, purity, and familial bonds. Historically, Gauri Ganpati was a model of eco-friendly festivity, harmonizing spiritual practices with environmental…
Every year, Mumbai bursts with the joy and devotion of Ganesh Chaturthi. The city is filled with vibrant idols of Lord Ganesha, music, and community spirit. But there’s a hidden issue that many of us don’t realize: the environmental harm caused by immersing idols in our seas, rivers, and lakes. I have learned something important recently, and I want to…
