05/09/2025
The Emotional Crescendo
As the sun sets on September 6, 2025, Pune’s streets become a sea of emotions. Families carry household Ganeshas, some adorned with handmade jewelry, to immersion points, singing aartis with tearful eyes. The chant “Pudhchya Varshi Lavkar Ya” echoes as Bappa’s idol is immersed, symbolizing his return to the divine realm. Yet, the mood is far from somber—firecrackers light up the sky, dhol-tasha beats reach a fever pitch, and dance circles form spontaneously, turning the farewell into a joyous promise of reunion.
For Punekars, Anant Chaturdashi is a love letter to Ganesha, written in music, art, and devotion. It’s a day when the city’s heart beats as one, celebrating the remover of obstacles with creativity that knows no bounds. Whether it’s a dhol-tasha performance that shakes the ground or a glowing rangoli that lights up the night, Pune’s Ganesha fever on Anant Chaturdashi is a cultural masterpiece.
What’s your favorite Anant Chaturdashi memory? Share it below, or join the celebration in Pune to witness this magical farewell to Bappa!
