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Guwahati is buzzing with excitement for Ganesh Chaturthi celebrations featuring a record-breaking 41-foot tall idol. The organizers have chosen a meaningful Operation Sindoor theme to honor India's military response to terrorism. This eco-friendly celebration avoids plastics and synthetic colors while maintaining traditional devotion. The event marks the 40th anniversary of celebrations organized by local community groups.

Key Points: Guwahati Gears Up for Ganesh Chaturthi with 41-Foot Tall Idol

  • 41-foot tall Lord Ganesh idol claimed as tallest in Northeast India
  • Eco-friendly celebration without plastics or synthetic colors
  • Operation Sindoor military theme honoring armed forces
  • Joint organization by Dr Ambedkar Youth Club and Telugu Association
  • Artisans from Kolkata collaborating with local craftsmen
  • Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma invited for celebrations
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Assam: Guwahati gears up for Ganesh Chaturthi with 41-feet-tall idol, Operation Sindoor theme

Assam's capital prepares for grand Ganesh Chaturthi with NE India's tallest 41-ft eco-friendly idol and special Operation Sindoor theme celebration.

"Our preparations are going on in full swing to celebrate Ganesh Chaturthi - Samba Sivarao, Organizing Committee Advisor"

Guwahati, August 23

Assam's capital city, Guwahati, is gearing up to celebrate Ganesh Chaturthi, with preparations underway in full swing.

A 41-feet-tall idol of Lord Ganesh at Fatasil Ambari area in Guwahati, claimed to be the tallest idol of Lord Ganesh in North East India, is likely to be the main attraction for devotees.

Dr B. R. Ambedkar Youth Club and Telugu Association at Fatasil Ambari GMC New Colony have jointly organised their 40th Ganesh Chaturthi this year.

Samba Sivarao, advisor of the organising committee, told ANI that this year they are aiming to build a 41-feet-tall idol of Lord Ganesh and claimed that it will be the tallest idol of North East India.

"Our preparations are going on in full swing to celebrate Ganesh Chaturthi. The artisans from Kolkata and locals are engaged to build the 41-feet-tall idol. Last year, we built a 35-foot-tall idol of Lord Ganesh. Every year we celebrate Ganesh Chaturthi. This year, we are inviting Assam Chief Minister Dr Himanta Biswa Sarma," Samba Sivarao said.

According to the organisers, the idol is made without plastics and synthetic colours and last year, they also celebrated the Ganesh Chaturthi in an environmentally friendly way.

Sivarao also said that this year they have taken a theme of "Operation Sindoor" for the pandal.

India launched Operation Sindoor on May 7 as a decisive military response to the April 22 Pahalgam terror attack in which 26 people were killed. The Indian Armed Forces targeted terror infrastructure in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir, leading to the death of over 100 terrorists.

- ANI

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Rohit P
Operation Sindoor theme is a brilliant way to honor our armed forces while celebrating our culture. Jai Hind! 🇮🇳
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Samba Sivarao
As an organizer, I'm proud that we're using eco-friendly materials. Tradition and environmental consciousness can go hand in hand. 🌿
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Arjun K
While I appreciate the celebration, I hope the immersion process is also eco-friendly. We need to protect our water bodies.
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Meera T
Beautiful to see Telugu Association and local youth club working together. This is the real India - unity in diversity! ❤️
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Vikram M
The height competition every year is getting out of hand. Should focus more on devotion than breaking records. Just my opinion.
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Kavya N
Can't wait to visit Guwahati for this! The Northeast has such beautiful celebrations that more people should experience. ✨

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