Sunday, September 24, 2023

BJP - A unbeatable and unpredictable Political organization.

Key promises that the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) made in their election manifesto for the 2019 Indian General Election. Please keep in mind that this information is based on the BJP's manifesto from that time, Here are some of the highlights from the BJP's 2019 election manifesto:


  1. National Security: BJP emphasized strong national security measures, including a tough stance on terrorism. They promised to strengthen the country's defense capabilities.

  2. Economic Growth: The party pledged to continue working towards high economic growth rates and creating job opportunities for the youth. They aimed to make India a $5 trillion economy by 2024.

  3. Infrastructure Development: BJP promised to invest in the development of infrastructure, including roads, railways, airports, and ports, to boost connectivity and economic development.

  4. Digital India: They aimed to expand the Digital India initiative to provide digital services to all citizens and promote the use of technology for governance.

  5. Healthcare: BJP proposed launching the "Ayushman Bharat" scheme to provide health insurance to vulnerable sections of society and create more healthcare infrastructure.

  6. Education: The party promised to continue working towards improving the quality of education, setting up new educational institutions, and promoting research and innovation.

  7. Agriculture: BJP committed to doubling farmers' income by 2022, offering financial support, and implementing agricultural reforms to benefit farmers.

  8. Women's Empowerment: They pledged to work towards increasing the participation of women in the workforce and ensuring their safety and welfare. Reservation to Women in Parliament and State Assemblies. 

  9. Environment: BJP aimed to strike a balance between development and environmental conservation, with a focus on clean energy and sustainable practices.

  10. Good Governance: The party promised to promote transparency, reduce bureaucracy, and fight against corruption.

  11. Article 370: BJP expressed its commitment to abrogate Article 370 of the Indian Constitution, which granted special autonomous status to Jammu and Kashmir.

  12. Uniform Civil Code: The party pledged to work towards implementing a Uniform Civil Code in India.

 
BJP Leadership,   I am projecting me to in the picture 

Achievements: An overview of some of the achievements and progress made by the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) government led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi with respect to the promises they made in their 2019 election manifesto. Please keep in mind that political developments can change rapidly, and new policies and initiatives may have been introduced and BJP under the leadership of Mr Modi aggressively working to implement innovative ideas and trying to fullfil the promises they made to their voters 2019.  ahead general election is in the year 2024 where BJP is coming with greater numbers and aspiration to become the third successful term of PM Modi. 

here are some of the key promises and highlights from the Bharatiya Janata Party's (BJP) 2019 Lok Sabha election manifesto, which was titled "Sankalp Patra":

  1. National Security:

    • Ensuring the security of the nation by a strong defense mechanism.
    • A zero-tolerance approach towards terrorism.
  2. Economic Development:

    • Aiming to make India a $5 trillion economy by 2024.
    • Focusing on infrastructure development with the "Sagar Mala" project and "Bharatmala" project.
    • Promoting "Make in India" to boost manufacturing and employment.
  3. Agriculture:

    • Doubling farmers' income by 2022.
    • Providing interest-free Kisan Credit Card loans and comprehensive crop insurance.
    • Expanding irrigation facilities.
  4. Healthcare:

    • Expanding the "Ayushman Bharat" scheme to provide health insurance to vulnerable sections.
    • Setting up more AIIMS and healthcare infrastructure.
  5. Education:

    • Enhancing the quality of education and promoting research and innovation.
    • Setting up more IITs, IIMs, and central universities.
  6. Women's Empowerment:

    • Promoting the participation of women in the workforce.
    • Ensuring the safety and security of women.
  7. Environment:

    • Promoting clean energy and sustainable practices.
    • Implementing a comprehensive water policy.
  8. Good Governance:

    • Reducing bureaucracy, promoting transparency, and fighting corruption.
    • Implementing "Digital India" for e-governance.
  9. Infrastructure:

    • Expanding rural and urban infrastructure, including roads, railways, and airports.
    • Building 100 smart cities.
  10. Article 370:

    • Commitment to abrogate Article 370, which granted special autonomous status to Jammu and Kashmir.
  11. Uniform Civil Code:

    • Working towards implementing a Uniform Civil Code in India.
  12. Triple Talaq:

    • Taking legislative measures to abolish the practice of instant triple talaq.
  13. Ram Mandir:

    • Promising to explore all possibilities within the framework of the Constitution to facilitate the construction of the Ram Temple in Ayodhya.
  14. Art and Culture:

    • Preserving and promoting India's diverse art and culture
Here are the achievement against their Sankalp i.e.  Manifesto in 2019 and what they are planning futher to add in 2024. 

As of my last knowledge update in September 2021, I can provide an overview of some of the achievements and progress made by the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) government led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi with respect to the promises they made in their 2019 Lok Sabha election manifesto. Please keep in mind that political developments can change rapidly, and new policies and initiatives may have been introduced since then. Here are some notable achievements and developments up to 2021:

  1. National Security: The government took a strong stance on national security and conducted surgical strikes and airstrikes in response to terrorist threats. They also made efforts to modernize the armed forces.

  2. Economic Growth: Prior to the COVID-19 pandemic, there were initiatives to boost economic growth, such as the "Make in India" program and the push for foreign direct investment. The pandemic posed economic challenges, but the government introduced relief measures and economic stimulus packages to address the impact.

  3. Infrastructure Development: Significant progress was made in infrastructure development, including the construction of highways, expansion of airports, and the launch of projects like "Bharatmala" to improve road connectivity.

  4. Digital India: The government continued to promote digitalization and launched initiatives like the "Digital India" campaign to provide digital services and internet connectivity to rural areas. UPI, digital economy

  5. Healthcare: The "Ayushman Bharat" scheme, aimed at providing health insurance to vulnerable sections of society, was launched and expanded. The COVID-19 pandemic prompted significant healthcare response efforts.

  6. Education: Efforts continued to improve the quality of education, with a focus on increasing enrollment and skill development programs.

  7. Agriculture: The government introduced agricultural reforms through laws like the Farmers' Produce Trade and Commerce (Promotion and Facilitation) Act, 2020, and the Farmers (Empowerment and Protection) Agreement on Price Assurance and Farm Services Act, 2020. These reforms aimed to liberalize agricultural markets.

  8. Women's Empowerment: Initiatives to promote women's safety and welfare continued, including programs like "Beti Bachao, Beti Padhao" and "Sukanya Samriddhi Yojan Beti Bachao, Beti Padhao: Caring for the Girl Child."

  9. Environment: There were efforts to promote renewable energy sources, such as solar and wind power, and the launch of the Swachh Bharat Abhiyan for clean sanitation.

  10. Good Governance: The government continued its emphasis on transparency, reducing bureaucracy, and digital governance through initiatives like "e-Governance" and the "Ease of Doing Business" reforms.

  11. Article 370: In August 2019, the government revoked Article 370, which granted special status to Jammu and Kashmir, and reorganized the state into two Union Territories: Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh.

  12. Triple Talaq: The government passed the Muslim Women (Protection of Rights on Marriage) Act, 2019, which criminalized the practice of instant triple talaq.

  13. Ram Mandir: The construction of the Ram Temple in Ayodhya began after the Supreme Court's verdict in favor of building the temple at the disputed site.

Highlights : 

  Beti Bachao, Beti Padhao: Caring for the Girl Child

Our Mantra should be: ‘Beta Beti, Ek Samaan’ "Let us celebrate the birth of the girl child. We should be equally proud of our daughters. I urge you to sow five plants when your daughter is born to celebrate the occasion." -PM Narendra Modi to citizens of his adopted village Jayapur. Beti Bachao Beti Padhao (BBBP) was launched by the Prime Minister on 22nd January, 2015 at Panipat, Haryana. BBBP addresses the declining Child Sex Ratio (CSR) and related issues of women empowerment over a life-cycle continuum. It is a tri-ministerial effort of Ministries of Women and Child Development, Health & Family ...


Leveraging the Power of JAM: Jan Dhan, Aadhar and Mobile

JAM vision, will serve as the bedrock of many initiatives to come. For me, JAM is about Just Achieving Maximum. Maximum value for every rupee spent. Maximum empowerment for our poor. Maximum technology penetration among the masses. -Narendra Modi 67 years after Independence, India still had a large part of the population who had no access to banking services. This meant, they had neither any avenues for Savings, nor any opportunity to get institutional credit. PM Modi launched the Pradhan Mantri Jan Dhan Yojana on 28th August to address this fundamental issue. Within a matter of months, this scheme has radically transformed lives and futures ...

A New Approach to Development: Sansad Adarsh Gram Yojana

PM Narendra Modi shared his vision for the Sansad Adarsh Gram Yojana on it’s launch. ‘One of the biggest problems for us has been that our development model has been supply-driven. A scheme has been prepared in Lucknow, Gandhi Nagar, or Delhi. The same is attempted to be injected. We want to shift this model from supply-driven to demand driven through Adarsh Gram. There should be an urge developed in the village itself. All we need is to change our mind set. We need to unite people’s hearts. Normally MPs are engaged in political activities, but after this, when they will come ...

 

Unleashing India’s Entrepreneurial Energy


PM Modi said, He strongly believe that India has a lot of latent entrepreneurial energy, which needs to be harnessed so that we become a nation of job givers, more than job seekers. NDA Government is focused on giving a boost to entrepreneurship. The ‘Make in India’ initiative is based on four pillars to boost entrepreneurship in India, not only in manufacturing but also in other sectors. New Processes: ‘Make in India’ recognizes ‘ease of doing business’ as the single most important factor to promote entrepreneurship. New Infrastructure: The availability of modern and facilitating infrastructure is a very important requirement for the growth ...

·         Namami Gange


It's my destiny to serve Maa Ganga’ said PM Modi when he was elected in May 2014 to Parliament from Varanasi, situated on the banks of Ganga in Uttar Pradesh. The River Ganga is important not only for its cultural and spiritual significance but also because it hosts more than 40% of the country’s population. Addressing the Indian community at Madison Square Garden in New York in 2014, the Prime Minister had said, "If we are able to clean it, it will be a huge help for the 40 per cent population of the country. So, cleaning the Ganges is also ...

 Powering India’s Growth

India has set off on an ambitious mission, a mission to provide electricity to 18,000 villages which are still in darkness after almost 7 decades of independence. PM Modi, in his Independence Day speech announced that all remaining villages shall be electrified within 1000 days. Rural Electrification is happening at a rapid pace, and is being done in an unbelievably transparent manner. Data on villages being electrified is available to the public through a mobile app and a web dashboard. While we can observe only electricity reaching the villages, it is also important to note that it is accompanied by ...

 Putting the Indian Economy on a Fast-Track

India becomes the fastest growing large economy in the world under the NDA Government. It has been a historic year for the Indian Economy. From a period of low growth, high inflation and shrinking production, the NDA Government has not only strengthened our macro-economic fundamentals, but has also propelled the economy to a higher growth trajectory. India’s GDP Growth rocketed to 7.4%, which is the fastest among all the large economies of the world. Various rating agencies and think tanks have predicted that India’s growth would accelerate sharply in the next few years under the NDA Government. Banking on the strong fundamentals ...

 

Empowering Farmers for a Prosperous India

Multiple steps taken to give a major boost to Agriculture Farmers have always been the back-bone of our country & the NDA Government is striving to strengthen this back-bone of the country through innovative and solid measures. Pradhan Mantri Krishi Sinchai Yojana will give a boost to productivity by ensuring irrigation facilities. The Vision is to ensure access to some means of protective Irrigation to all agricultural farms. Farmers are being educated about modern irrigation methods to give 'Per Drop More Crop'. Paramparagat Krishi Vikas Yojana has been launched to motivate groups of farmers to take up organic farming. A special scheme has ...

 

Ushering in Unprecedented Transparency

Transparent & Corruption-Free Governance reap huge benefits for the nation While the past decade has seen many tales of arbitrary decision making, corruption and discretion rather than policy dictating crucial decisions, the past year has been a welcome change. After the Supreme Court Order cancelled the coal block allocations, Govt acted with unparalleled swiftness to ensure transparent & timely auctions. Auction and Allotment proceeds from 67 coal blocks have touched 3.35 lakh crores over the life of the mine. The Delhi High Court remarked: “What has convinced us is the fact that the auction process has worked out well. The process ...

 Towards a Bright Future

NDA Government gives massive push to education & skill development Various unique measures have been taken to augment the quality and reach of education. A fully IT based Financial Aid Authority to administer & monitor all education loans and scholarships through Pradhan Mantri Vidyalakshmi Karyakram. Pandit Madan Mohan Malviya Mission for Teacher Training has been launched to enhance the quality of teaching. Global Initiative of Academic Network (GIAN) has been initiated to invite eminent faculty, scientists, and entrepreneurs from premier educational and scientific institutions across the world to teach in the higher educational institutions in the country during summer and winter breaks ...

·         Connecting India like Never Before

Building the infrastructure for a resurgent India Right from day one, NDA Government’s push to infrastructure has been evident.  Be it Railways, Roads, or Shipping the Government is focusing on augmenting the infrastructure to aid in connectivity. For the first time, Railways budget focused on structural reforms and infrastructure changes. Announcement of new trains, which used to be an annual political gimmick has now become a routine activity. Numerous passenger-friendly amenities like Wi-fi on railway stations, passenger helpline (138), security helpline (182), paperless unreserved ticketing, e-catering, mobile security app and CCTV cameras for safety of women, etc have been launched. Railways as ...

·         Empowering Different States Equally with boost to Federalism

Never before seen ‘Team India’ approach to work for India’s development In a unique departure from the past, PM Modi has stressed on the need to leverage co-operative & competitive federalism to achieve all round growth. For a long time, we have seen a Big Brother relationship between the Centre & States. A ‘One Size Fits All’ approach had been used for years, not taking into account the heterogeneity of different states and their local requirements. The NITI Aayog was formed to further empower and strengthen the states. An important evolutionary change from the past will be replacing a Union-to-State one-way ...

 

·         Ushering in Reforms

Multiple Reforms introduced to ensure all round development. India is embarking on ushering in game-changing reforms through the use of Jan Dhan, Aadhar and Mobile (JAM), a unique combination of three to implement direct transfer of benefits. This innovative methodology will allow transfer of benefits in a leakage-proof, well-targeted and cashless manner. There would be cut in subsidy leakages but not in subsidy themselves. NDA Government has built a national consensus and introduced a Bill to amend the Constitution to implement the Goods and Services Tax (GST). The GST will put in place a state-of-the-art indirect tax system by 1st April, 2016. ...

·         Towards a Swachh Bharat

“A clean India would be the best tribute India could pay to Mahatma Gandhi on his 150 birth anniversary in 2019,” said Shri Narendra Modi as he launched the Swachh Bharat Mission at Rajpath in New Delhi. On 2nd October 2014, Swachh Bharat Mission was launched throughout length and breadth of the country as a national movement. While leading the mass movement for cleanliness, the Prime Minister exhorted people to fulfil Mahatma Gandhi’s dream of a clean and hygienic India. Shri Narendra Modi himself initiated the cleanliness drive at Mandir Marg Police Station. Picking up the broom to clean the dirt, ...

G20 Presidency:   It was a prominent and prestigious moment for India, as it hosted the G20 summit in New Delhi from 8th to 10th September. The 2023 G20 New Delhi summit was the eighteenth meeting of G20. It was held in Bharat Mandapam International Exhibition-Convention Centre, Pragati Maidan, New Delhi on 9–10 September 2023. It was the first G20 summit held in India.  The 18th Heads of State and Government Summit of the Group of 20 (G20) will take place in September 2023 in New Delhi, India. Under the Indian Presidency, the G20 in 2023 will focus on the theme, 'One Earth, One Family, One Future'.


The Bharatiya Janata Party is the fastest-growing party in the country, and its organization is the largest in the world. Under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who has successfully led the nation since 2014, the party has excelled in steering the country towards development. The BJP is making efforts to unite everyone in the mainstream of the nation. "Sabka Saath, Sabka Vikas" (Together with All, Development for All) is their motto.

Unlike some political parties, they have not adopted appeasement politics but rather emphasize the importance of satisfaction for all, not just a particular group. The BJP is committed to revitalizing India's glorious past and making it even more prestigious. Under Narendra Modi's skilled leadership, the BJP has not only made a mark in India but also brought pride to the entire world in the name of India.

The BJP has addressed the most burning issues in this country, and in it, those extremely significant ones like Article 370, the Ram Temple, the Women's Reservation Bill, surgical strikes on Pakistan, GST implementation, and demonetization have been thoroughly executed.

Similarly, now the important issues that need to be worked on in the country include implementing the Uniform Civil Code (UCC), officially naming the country as "Bharat," increasing employment opportunities, promoting industries near villages and towns so that people don't have to migrate to cities for work but can find jobs near their homes.


There's also a need to work towards "One Nation, One Constitution," and "One Nation, One Election" to streamline the electoral process. Efforts should be made to make every citizen of the country self-reliant. Implementing a two-party election system could help prevent regional and local parties from attempting to divide the country on the basis of religion, caste, and regionalism.

Given the increasing support and voter confidence in the BJP, it is prudent to suggest that the party will maintain its position at the pinnacle of Indian politics and govern the nation for many decades starting from 2024. It appears that the Congress and other regional parties will lose their standing to govern the country once again. The BJP boasts a roster of formidable leaders who could succeed Prime Minister Modi if he expresses unwillingness to continue or if his age or health restricts his involvement in the years ahead. Notably, the BJP possesses charismatic leaders such as Yogi Adityanath, Amit Shah, Nitin Gadkari, and Sudanshu Trivedi, who have the potential to lead the party for many more years.





Tuesday, September 19, 2023

Ganesh Chaturthi - Unveiling the Cultural and Political Tapestry of India


 Ganesh Chaturthi, also known as Vinayaka Chaturthi, is one of the most widely celebrated festivals in Bharat. This grand festival marks the birthday of Lord Ganesha, the elephant-headed deity who is revered as the remover of obstacles and the god of wisdom and intellect. While it is primarily a religious festival, its celebration transcends religious boundaries, making it an integral part of Bharat's cultural fabric. In this write-up, I will delve deep into the origins, rituals, cultural significance, and even the political aspects of Ganesh Chaturthi, shedding light on how it has evolved over the years.

The most famous and widely recited prayer to Lord Ganesh comes from the later Hindu scriptures known as the Puranas. One such prayer is from the Ganapati Atharvashirsha Upanishad, which is not part of the Vedas but is considered a significant text in Sanatan Dharma (Eternal Religion). It extols the significance of Lord Ganesh in Hinduism. Here is a portion of the Ganapati Atharvashirsha Upanishad and holy slok which is being used in every worship. Ganesh is the Prathama Pujya deity.

ॐ एकदंताय विद्महे वक्रतुण्डाय धीमहि। तन्नो दन्तिः प्रचोदयात्॥English Transliteration: Om ekadantaya vidmahe Vakratundaya dhimahi Tanno dantih prachodayat. Translation: "Om, may we meditate on the single-tusked one, May Vakratunda guide us, May our intellect be driven by him."This prayer highlights Lord Ganesh as the "single-tusked one" and emphasizes seeking his blessings for wisdom and guidance.

 वक्रतुण्ड महाकाय सूर्यकोटि समप्रभ। निर्विघ्नं कुरु मे देव सर्वकार्येषु सर्वदा॥ Transliteration: Vakratunda mahakaya suryakoti samaprabha. Nirvighnam kuru me deva sarvakaryesu sarvada. This mantra is used to meditate upon Lord Ganesh and seek his blessings to remove obstacles in all endeavors.

 ॐ गं गणपतये नमः (Om Gam Ganapataye Namaha) Translation: "I bow to Lord Ganapati (Ganesha).

 गजाननं भूतगणादि सेवितं कपित्थ जम्बूफलसार भक्षितम्। उमासुतं शोक विनाशकारणं नमामि विघ्नेश्वर पादपङ्कजम्॥ Transliteration: Gajānanaṁ bhūtagaṇādi sevitaṁ kapittha jambūphalasāra bhakṣitam। Umāsutam śoka vināśakāraṇaṁ namāmi vighneśvara pādapankajam॥ Translation: "I bow to the lotus feet of Lord Vighnesvara (Ganesha), who is the son of Goddess Uma, the destroyer of sorrows, and who is worshipped by the multitudes of beings and the essence of the elephant-faced fruit (the wood apple)."

This shloka extols the qualities and attributes of Lord Ganesh.

 ॐ श्रीगणेशाय नमः (Om Shri Ganeshaya Namaha)  Translation: "I offer my salutations to Lord Ganesh."  This is a simple and commonly used mantra to invoke the blessings and guidance of Lord Ganesh. These Sanskrit shlokas capture the essence of devotion and seek Lord Ganesh's blessings for various aspects of life, including the removal of obstacles and the attainment of wisdom and success

Historical Roots of Ganesh Chaturthi

The origins of Ganesh Chaturthi can be traced back to ancient Bharat. Lord Ganesha, the son of Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati, holds a special place in Hindu mythology. He is depicted with an elephant head, symbolizing wisdom and the ability to overcome obstacles. The festival of Ganesh Chaturthi finds its earliest mentions in various Hindu scriptures, including the Ganapati Atharvashirsha Upanishad.

Significance and Traditions

1.      Idol Installation: The heart of Ganesh Chaturthi celebrations lies in the installation of Ganesha idols. Devotees bring home clay idols of Lord Ganesha, often months in advance, and prepare for the grand welcoming ceremony. The idols are meticulously crafted, and the entire process is a testament to Bharat's artistic heritage.

2.      Prayers and Aarti: Once the idol is installed, a series of rituals begin. Devotees offer prayers, light oil lamps, and perform the aarti (ritual of worship with light) to seek the blessings of Lord Ganesha. This part of the celebration is marked by devotion and spirituality.

3.      Ganesh Visarjan: The festival typically spans ten days, and on the final day, there is a grand procession known as the Ganesh Visarjan. The idols are taken in processions to nearby water bodies, such as rivers or oceans, and immersed with much fanfare. This act symbolizes Lord Ganesha's return to his heavenly abode.

Cultural Significance

Ganesh Chaturthi is not just a religious event; it's a cultural extravaganza that unites people across diverse backgrounds. Here are some cultural aspects of the festival:

1.      Art and Craft: The crafting of Ganesha idols is an art form in itself. Skilled artisans showcase their talent by creating idols in various sizes and designs. This tradition has been passed down through generations and is an integral part of Bharat's artistic heritage.

2.      Unity in Diversity: Ganesh Chaturthi transcends religious boundaries. People from all walks of life, irrespective of their faith, come together to celebrate this festival. It promotes unity and communal harmony, showcasing Bharat's cultural diversity.

3.      Cultural Performances: During the festival, cultural performances like music, dance, and drama are organized. These events not only entertain but also promote cultural awareness and appreciation.

Political Dimensions

While Ganesh Chaturthi is primarily a religious and cultural festival, it has also witnessed political dimensions over the years. Here are some aspects to consider:

1.      Socio-Political Influence: Political leaders often use Ganesh Chaturthi as a platform to connect with the masses. They participate in the festivities, making political statements and fostering a sense of community.

2.      Environmental Concerns: In recent years, there has been growing awareness about the environmental impact of Ganesh idol immersion. Some political initiatives have been taken to promote eco-friendly celebrations and protect water bodies.

3.      Public Policy and Regulation: Local governments sometimes play a role in regulating the festival, ensuring smooth processions, crowd control, and safety measures.

While Lord Ganesh (Ganesha) is most prominently worshipped in Bharat, particularly within Hinduism, his worship has also spread to other parts of the world, primarily due to the Bharatn diaspora and the global popularity of Hinduism. Here are some regions and countries outside of Bharat where Lord Ganesh is worshipped:

1.      Nepal: Nepal, Bharat's neighboring country, has a significant Hindu population, and Lord Ganesh is widely worshipped there as well. The worship of Ganesh is an integral part of Hindu religious practices in Nepal.

2.      Southeast Asia: In countries like Thailand and Cambodia, where Hinduism has a historical presence and influence, Ganesh is sometimes included in Hindu rituals and is revered in some Hindu temples. However, these countries primarily practice Buddhism. In Thailand, Ganesha is called Phra Phikanet (พระพิฆเนศ) or Phra Phikanesuan (พระพิฆเนศวร) and is worshipped as the deity of fortune and success, and the remover of obstacles

3.      Indonesia: Bali, an island in Indonesia, has a Hindu-majority population. Ganesh is worshipped in Bali, along with other Hindu deities. Balinese Hindus celebrate festivals dedicated to Lord Ganesh. Years ago, Lord Ganesh received a position of respect on the currency of the Indonesian rupiah.

Indonesian Currency

4.      Mauritius: Mauritius, an island nation in the Indian Ocean, has a significant population of Indo-Mauritians who practice Hinduism. Lord Ganesh is a revered deity in the Hindu temples of Mauritius.

5.      United States and Canada: With the Bharatiya diaspora, particularly in North America, Lord Ganesh has found a place in Hindu temples and homes. He is worshipped by Hindu communities in the United States and Canada.

6.      United Kingdom: The UK has a growing Hindu population, and Lord Ganesh is worshipped in Hindu temples and cultural events.

7.      Australia: Similar to the United States and Canada, Australia has a diverse population, including a significant number of people of Bharatiya origin who practice Hinduism. Lord Ganesh is part of Hindu religious practices in Australia.

8.      South Africa: The Bharatiyan diaspora in South Africa has contributed to the presence of Hinduism, and Ganesh is among the deities worshipped in Hindu communities there.

It's important to note that the worship of Lord Ganesh in these regions is often within the context of Hinduism and among communities with Bharatiya cultural and religious ties. As a result of cultural exchange and globalization, Lord Ganesh has become a recognizable figure and is sometimes appreciated for his symbolism of wisdom, intellect, and the removal of obstacles even by individuals and groups outside the Hindu tradition.

Conclusion

Ganesh Chaturthi is a multifaceted festival that embodies the rich tapestry of Bharat's culture and spirituality. Its historical roots, religious significance, cultural dimensions, and occasional political influence make it a unique and integral part of the Bharatn way of life. As the festival continues to evolve, it will undoubtedly remain a symbol of unity, devotion, and artistic expression in the diverse landscape of Bharat.

Written and compiled by Balwant Singh Rana,

Parjakalyanm - Fostering Bharat to new Dimensions

Empowering Bharat through One Nation, One Rule. Advocating UCC, NRC, and CAA in Bharat, and also supporting a two-party political system democracy instead of multi-party system

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