Jharkhand Governor Santosh Gangwar, CM Hemant Soren greet people on Ganesh Chaturthi
Jharkhand Governor Santosh Gangwar and Chief Minister Hemant Soren extended public greetings for the Ganesh Chaturthi festival. The state has implemented heightened security measures across major cities to ensure peaceful celebrations.
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Highlights the intersection of regional governance and religious observance in India, emphasizing the state's role in maintaining public order during cultural events.
Jharkhand Governor Santosh Kumar Gangwar and Chief Minister Hemant Soren on Monday (September 14, 2026) greeted the people of the state on the occasion of Ganesh Chaturthi and prayed for peace and prosperity in everyone's life.
Ganesh Chaturthi is being celebrated with traditional fervour across Jharkhand amid heightened security.
"May Lord Shri Ganesh bestow happiness, peace, and prosperity in everyone's life and remove all obstacles, making life auspicious," Mr. Gangwar posted on X.
The major puja committees started opening their pandals for devotees from Sunday (September 13) evening.
"Heartfelt greetings to everyone on the auspicious occasion of Ganesh Chaturthi—the festival dedicated to worshipping Lord Shri Ganesha, the remover of obstacles and the bestower of auspiciousness," Jharkhand CM wrote on X.
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