Telangana: Demand for Lord Ganesh idols surges in Hyderabad ahead of Ganesh Chaturthi

Hyderabad (Telangana) [India], September 4 : With Ganesh Chaturthi around the corner, the demand for Lord Ganesh idols has surged in Hyderabad, creating a bustling market scene. Artisans and sellers are witnessing a high demand for these idols, which are being sourced from various regions, particularly Solapur in Maharashtra.
Kishore Yadav, a seasoned idol seller in Hyderabad, noted the consistent growth in demand over the years.
"I have been selling idols here for the past 5-6 years, and the demand has always been strong. We source our idols from Solapur, Maharashtra, which is renowned for its craftsmanship. Every year, we offer 150-200 varieties of idols, and this year is no different," he said.

Despite rising costs, customers are still flocking to the markets to purchase their preferred Ganesh idols.
Pawan Kumar, a local resident, shared his experience, stating, "The prices of the idols have been increasing over time, but I find them reasonable considering the quality. I recently bought a 2.5-foot tall idol for Rs 5000, which is quite satisfactory."

The diversity of the idols, ranging from traditional to more contemporary designs, has contributed to the growing interest among devotees.
As the festival draws nearer, the excitement in the city is palpable, with markets bustling and sellers preparing for what promises to be a successful season.
Visuals from Tiruchirappalli and Madurai districts show artisans hand painting various Ganesh idols for the upcoming festival, with the market bustling with the full festive fervour in both districts.
Idols of different sizes, colours, designs were seen in the market, available for purchase. Some idols coloured green, some blue, others showing Lord Ganesh sitting on a cow or a lion, showcasing the artistic skills of the artisans.
Along with this, the artisans are using herbal colours on the idols, to not pollute the water like chemical colours during submersion of the idol. The painters are busy giving the final colours of the idols in the districts.

Ganesh Chaturthi 2024, falling on September 7, marks the joyous celebration of Lord Ganesha's birth. Devotees across India and abroad prepare vibrant pandals, offer prayers, and perform rituals to seek the deity's blessings for wisdom and prosperity. The festival concludes with the grand visarjan, where Ganesha idols are immersed in water bodies amidst chants and music.