Venita Gomes
Adpaikars in Ponda truly outdid themselves at this year's Ganesh Visarjan, showcasing a spectacular celebration filled with creative floats and pleasant displays.
Carrying forward their traditional legacy of 'Kutumb Ganeshotsav', the villagers showcased their annual colourful procession, leaving everyone in awe of their creativity.
One of the families paid tributes to the strength and power of Goddess Durga through this creatively adorned float.
With its five faces gazing in different directions, this tableau displayed the much-revered forms of Lord Panchmukhi Hanuman.
Lord Ram's divine presence was beautifully depicted through this tableau at the float parade.
Adpaikars, including families, dressed up as characters from Hindu scriptures displaying stories of devotion and faith.
The float parade was followed by visarjan at the riverfront, where the Ganesh idols were taken on a sangodd — two boats or canoes tied together — marking the end of the festivities for Adpaikars.