From Shiva to Chandrayaan, Adpai's Ganesh visarjan tableaux were a show of creativity

Venita Gomes

17 FAMILIES

Adpai has one of the most unique Ganesh visarjan observations in Goa, wherein 17 families get together for the celebrations.

Goa | Adpai Visarjan | Ganesh Chaturthi Visarjan 2023 | Goan Culture | Photo: Rohan Fernandes

KUTUMB GANESH

After five days of worshiping Lord Ganesh in their homes, these 17 joint families have a procession with colourful tableaux depicting mythological scenes or current issues.

Goa | Adpai Visarjan | Ganesh Chaturthi Visarjan 2023 | Photo: Rohan Fernandes

FAMILY GATHERING

It's not merely the young and the old, but entire families participate in the festive procession.

Goa | Adpai Visarjan | Ganesh Chaturthi Visarjan 2023 | Photo: Rohan Fernandes

LORD SHIVA

The tableau of Lord Shiva and goddess Durga and was very creative and included a trishul and damaru.

Goa | Adpai Visarjan | Ganesh Chaturthi Visarjan 2023 | Lord Shiva | Photo: Rohan Fernandes

CHANDRAYAAN-3

Congratulating team ISRO, this tableaux of Chandrayaan-3 added a contemporary touch to the festivities.

Goa | Adpai Visarjan | Ganesh Chaturthi Visarjan 2023 | ISRO | Photo: Rohan Fernandes

TRADITIONAL ATTIRE

Family members could be seen in traditional attire as they partook in the festivities.

Goa | Adpai Visarjan | Ganesh Chaturthi Visarjan 2023 | Warkari | Photo: Rohan Fernandes

GANPATI BAPPA, MORYA

Five days after worshiping Ganesh, Adpaikars bid farewell to their favourite god.

Goa | Adpai Visarjan | Ganesh Chaturthi Visarjan 2023 | Photo: Rohan Fernandes

SANGODD, ADAPAI STYLE

Two or more boats were used as a sangodd to perform the ritual immersion of the Ganesh idols.

Goa | Adpai Visarjan | Ganesh Chaturthi Visarjan 2023 | River Zuari | Photo: Rohan Fernandes

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