Hyderabad Ganpati Idol Adorned With Gold and Diamonds
· India · Times of India, Deccan Chronicle, The Hindu
A Ganesh idol in Hyderabad has been installed featuring an elaborate design covered in 24-karat gold and 3,83,800 American diamonds. The idol is part of the city's ongoing Ganesh Chaturthi celebrations, which showcase various artistic and thematic representations of the deity. Local organizers have incorporated these high-value materials to mark the festival with significant grandeur. The display is one of several unique installations currently attracting visitors across the city.
Why it matters
The installation highlights the scale of public devotion and the significant economic activity generated by festival-related tourism and craftsmanship in Hyderabad.
Read the original report — Times of India
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