Covid-19 shadow over Ganesh Chaturthi celebrations
Ganesh Chaturthi, also known as Vinayak Chaturthi is a Hindu festival celebrating the arrival of Ganesh to earth from Kailash Parvat with his mother Parvati.
Ganesh Chaturthi, also known as Vinayak Chaturthi is a Hindu festival celebrating the arrival of Ganesh to earth from Kailash Parvat with his mother Parvati. The festival celebrations involve fusion of music and dance along with a wide variety of cultural shows. This year the ten-day festival will commence on September 10 and conclude with idol immersion on September 19.
However, amid fears of a possible third wave of the Covid-19 pandemic, below is the response of the state governments to the festival celebrations.
Maharashtra
Dahi handi and Ganesh Chaturthi are major festivals in Maharashtra and are celebrated with much fanfare. The ten-day festival, celebrated with great enthusiasm in the state. However, like last year, this year too it’s likely to remain a low-key affair to avoid crowding.
Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar recently said that the state government will not impose any additional restriction to avoid crowding during Ganesh Chaturthi. However, he added, if violations of Covid-19 norms are seen on the first day of the festival, stringent curbs will be imposed from the next day.
In a meeting held on August 23, Chief Minister Uddhav Thackeray urged organisers of the dahi handi festival to prioritise health amid the raging pandemic and set aside festivities for a while.
Tamil Nadu
The Ganesh Chaturthi is expected to be a low key affair, similar to last year. While people can individually immerse Ganesh idols in seas, processions are not allowed. The Tamil Nadu government relaxing the ban for Ganesh Chaturthi celebrations said that small temples can be open on the day of Chaturthi. The state government said that devotees can leave Ganesha idols outside small temples. The state will take responsibility for immersing idols in water bodies.
Meanwhile, the government directed district administrations to take ‘appropriate measures’ based on the prevalence of the virus in their respective districts.
Karnataka
Karnataka government issues fresh guidelines for Ganesh Chaturthi celebrations amid Covid-19 pandemic. The state government decided to allow Ganesh Chaturthi celebrations in districts where the positivity rate is less than 2 per cent, with a set of restrictions, which will remain in place for five days.
Karnataka’s revenue minister R Ashok said that the government is allowing the festival with restrictions. There will be no procession orchestra, no DJ. The Covid-19 vaccination is mandatory wherever the Ganapathi festival is being held, he added.
The move to allow public celebration of Ganesh Chaturthi comes at a time when Karnataka’s new Covid-19 infections appear to have stabilized but the threat of the virus remains just as potent as the first two waves.
Andhra Pradesh
Keeping the festive season in mind, especially the Ganesh Chaturthi, the Andhra Pradesh government has decided to continue the 11 pm- 6 am night curfew. Chief Minister Y.S. Jagan Mohan Reddy recently chaired the review meeting at his camp office and took stock of the Covid-19 situation in the state.
The Chief Minister directed the authorities to ensure the precautionary measures are being followed. He instructed the officials to ensure that Covi-19 protocols such as social distancing, and wearing of masks, are strictly followed in all educational institutions, and public places.
However, the festival is the latest flashpoint between the state government and opposition parties. Trouble has been brewing ever since the state government decided to not allow public celebrations for the 21-day festival.
Goa
Keeping the Covid-19 pandemic in mind, the Goa government has banned firecrackers, processions ahead of the Ganesh Chaturthi festival.
Public gathering/celebrations/arthis at public places shall be limited to 50 per cent capacity or as per the State government SOP. As per the official communication, there shall be strict adherence to the social distancing norms.
No celebration in any form shall be allowed in contaminated zones, if any. Also, the immersion of idols within the Panaji jurisdiction shall be in the notified areas only. The mayor also informed that only 2-3 members of each house shall be allowed for the immersion of the idols.
Telangana
The Greater Hyderabad Municipal Corporation (GHMC) launched a massive exercise across the State capital for the smooth conduct of the upcoming Ganesh Chaturthi celebrations.
Celebrate Navratri 2025 with heartfelt wishes, messages, quotes, and WhatsApp greetings. Share the joy of the nine nights of devotion to Maa Durga, spread positivity, and bless your loved ones with happiness, strength, and prosperity this festive season.
Navratri 2025, starting on September 22, is a nine-night festival dedicated to Maa Durga, celebrating the victory of good over evil. Across India and around the world, devotees mark the occasion with prayers, fasting, music, dance, and community gatherings. The festival emphasizes devotion, courage, and inner strength, and is a time to share blessings with loved ones through heartfelt Navratri wishes.
Unlike large-scale celebrations in India, many households and communities celebrate in more intimate settings, decorating homes with diyas, offering prayers at temples, and organizing dandiya nights and devotional gatherings. Traditional foods and vrat-friendly recipes are also an integral part of the celebration.
Here’s a collection of Happy Navratri wishes you can share with friends, family, and colleagues:
Wishes to Share During Navratri:
Wishing you a Navratri filled with devotion, joy, and prosperity.
May the nine nights bring peace to your home and happiness to your heart.
Let’s celebrate the spirit of Navratri with prayers, music, and love.
May Goddess Durga bless you with strength to face every challenge.
Wishing you health, harmony, and happiness this Navratri.
May these nine nights light up your life with positivity.
Sending warm Navratri wishes from my family to yours.
May every dance step and prayer you offer reach Maa Durga’s blessings.
Here’s to a Navratri that feels bright, peaceful, and full of grace.
May this festive season give you courage and clarity.
Happy Navratri Quotes:
May your prayers during these nine nights bring success and harmony.
Celebrate the spirit of Navratri with a heart full of gratitude.
Wishing you good health, prosperity, and endless joy this Navratri.
Let the divine energy of Durga guide your path this festive season.
May Goddess Durga empower you with strength, wisdom, and courage this Navratri and always.
Let us celebrate the triumph of good over evil. Happy Navratri to you and your loved ones.
May the colors of Navratri brighten your life with happiness, health, and prosperity.
On this auspicious occasion, may Maa Durga fulfill all your wishes and bless your home with peace.
Messages to Share on WhatsApp and Social Media:
Happy Navratri! May Maa Durga guide you toward wisdom and strength.
The nine nights remind us that patience and devotion bring results.
Celebrate Navratri with faith in your heart and kindness in your actions.
May you find joy in the small rituals and blessings in every prayer.
Wishing you courage to overcome negativity, just like Durga did.
Navratri is not only about fasting — it’s about feeding your soul with positivity.
May this Navratri open doors of success and peace for you.
Sending warm wishes across the miles this festive season.
Happy Navratri 2025 Greetings:
Remember: every night of Navratri is a chance to start fresh.
Happy Navratri 2025! Celebrate with love, and let blessings surround you.
May Maa Durga fill your home with peace and happiness this Navratri.
Wishing you nine nights of devotion, joy, and togetherness.
May the blessings of Navratri bring love and light into your life.
Happy Navratri! Let every day be a step toward positivity.
May this festive season strengthen bonds with family and friends.
Navratri 2025 Quotes and Inspiration:
“Navratri is not only a festival, it’s a reminder that good always wins.”
“Nine nights, nine forms, infinite blessings.”
“Strength is not given, it is awakened — just like the spirit of Durga.”
“Dance, devotion, and discipline — the rhythm of Navratri.”
“Every prayer during Navratri is a step closer to peace.”
This Navratri, let devotion, love, and positivity fill every home. Share these Navratri wishes, quotes, and messages to spread blessings and joy with friends and family.
Janmashtami 2025 is being celebrated today, August 16, across India and among devotees worldwide. The festival marks the birth of Lord Krishna and is observed with fasting, devotional songs, dahi handi celebrations, and midnight prayers. On this auspicious occasion, here are some heartfelt wishes, WhatsApp messages, statuses, and greetings that you can share with your loved ones.
WhatsApp Messages for Janmashtami 2025
May Lord Krishna bless your home with peace, love, and happiness. Wishing you a divine and joyful Janmashtami!
On this auspicious day, let the melodies of Krishna’s flute bring serenity to your heart. Happy Janmashtami 2025!
May the blessings of Kanha always be with you and your family, guiding you towards the path of truth and dharma.
Celebrate this Janmashtami with love, laughter, and devotion. Jai Shri Krishna!
May the divine presence of Krishna fill your life with eternal joy and positivity. Happy Janmashtami!
Janmashtami Status Ideas
🌸 Jai Shri Krishna! Wishing everyone peace, love and divine blessings on this Janmashtami 2025. 🌸
🎶 “Where there is Krishna, there is love, where there is love, there is life.” Happy Janmashtami! 🎶
🌼 This Janmashtami, may Krishna’s flute play the music of happiness in your life. 🌼
🥛✨ Dahi handi, Krishna’s leela, and divine blessings—let’s celebrate Janmashtami with joy! ✨🥛
🙏 On Krishna Janmashtami, may the divine guide you to overcome challenges with courage and grace. 🙏
Short Janmashtami Quotes
“Krishna’s words are timeless wisdom; his life, an eternal inspiration.”
“Let love, compassion, and truth be your dharma this Janmashtami.”
“With devotion in your heart, every day can be Janmashtami.”
“Krishna teaches us to live with courage, love with purity, and guide with wisdom.”
“On this divine day, may Krishna’s blessings bring light to every corner of your life.”
Greeting Messages for Friends and Family
Wishing you and your family a blessed Janmashtami 2025! May the joy of Krishna’s birth fill your life with happiness.
Happy Krishna Janmashtami! May the teachings of Lord Krishna inspire you to walk the path of righteousness.
Celebrate this day with devotion, joy, and faith. Sending you warm wishes on this Janmashtami.
May your heart and home be filled with divine love and bliss of Lord Krishna. Happy Janmashtami!
On this sacred occasion, may Krishna bless you with wisdom, prosperity, and endless happiness.
Raksha Bandhan is a celebration of love, trust, and the unbreakable bond between brothers and sisters. On this day, sisters tie a Rakhi on their brother’s wrist, praying for his happiness, prosperity, and protection, while brothers promise to protect their sisters.
If you can’t be with your brother this Raksha Bandhan, don’t worry—you can still send your love through these warm wishes and social media statuses for WhatsApp, Facebook, and Instagram.
Heartwarming Rakhi wishes for your brother
Rakhi is the festival of love, A sister’s affection is endless, A brother’s promise to protect forever, A bond blessed with heartfelt prayers. Happy Raksha Bandhan!
The sibling bond is a blessing, No other relationship compares in the whole world. Happy Raksha Bandhan!
Rakhi brings a silk thread, A loving brother, a group of sisters, May this bond never break, And our togetherness never fade. Happy Raksha Bandhan!
This sweet bond holds hope, The Rakhi thread carries love and trust. Happy Raksha Bandhan!
Blessed to have a brother like you, Wishing you every happiness in life. Happy Raksha Bandhan!
You are my identity, my brother, My prayers are always for you, You are my world. Happy Raksha Bandhan!
A sandalwood mark, showers of joy, Siblings’ love and togetherness, Wishing you a happy Rakhi festival.
Lucky are the sisters, Who have their brother’s protective hand, Always there in every difficulty.
Fragrance of monsoon and the joy of rain, Brother’s hope and sister’s love, Wishing you a happy Raksha Bandhan.
If rain or distance keeps you from tying Rakhi in person this year, you can do it during the Abhijit Muhurat or Pradosh Kaal for an auspicious moment. Social media posts and heartfelt statuses can still make the day special, no matter the miles apart.
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