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Sarvajanika Ganeshotsavam




Sarvajanika Ganeshotsavam is an annual festival celebrated in connection with Ganesh Chaturthi. It is held during September, under the banner of Sarvajanika Ganeshotsava Samithi at Kasargod.

During the festival, a big clay idol of Lord Ganesh is worshipped for seven days. On the last day, the image is taken out in a procession through the town before immersing it in the temple tank. This auspicious day is a public holiday in Kasargod District and thousands of devotees gather here to witness the event.



Updated on 18th June, 2005
District: Kasargod

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