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Whispering into Lord Ganesha’s Ear Fulfills Wishes – Every Year 50 to 80 Devotees Place Idols in Gratitude at the Mandap
Althan-Bhatar Community Hall: Sairam Yuvak Mandal has been organizing Ganesh Utsav here for 28 years. Specially ordered idol from Mumbai installed for 10 days – This group also introduced Nashik Dhol to the city’s festivities.
Surat (Gujarat) [India], September 2: For the last 28 years, Sairam Yuvak Mandal has been grandly organizing Ganesh Utsav at the Althan-Bhatar Community Hall. A unique belief draws devotees here, whispering one’s wish into Lord Ganesha’s ear ensures its fulfillment. Over the final two days of the festival, countless devotees share their wishes with the deity. Every year, around 50 to 80 people, whose wishes come true, return to the mandap to place idols of Lord Ganesha as a token of gratitude.
The mandap itself is known for its grandeur and creativity. During the 10-day celebration, nearly 20,000 to 25,000 visitors come daily for darshan. Each year, the mandap is built on a special theme, requiring nearly a month of preparation. A majestic Ganesh procession is also organized as part of the festivities.
First to Introduce Aarti with Orchestra in Surat
The group has always focused on creating a devotional and uplifting environment. Remarkably, Sairam Yuvak Mandal was the first in Surat to introduce Ganesh Aarti performed with a live orchestra. They were also pioneers in bringing the energetic Nashik Dhol to the city’s Ganesh processions.
