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Ganesh Chaturthi 2022, Ganesh Mahotsav: Cricketers extend best wishes on the occasion of Ganesh Chaturthi. cricket news

August 31, 2022
Bharat Times

File photo of Dinesh Karthik.© BCCI

Cricketers wished on social media as soon as the festival of Ganesh Chaturthi began in India from Wednesday. The 10-day festival began with the coronavirus pandemic no longer casting its shadow on the festivities. The idols of Lord Ganesha, the god of prosperity and knowledge and the god of obstacles (vighnaharta), are installed in the homes and public pandals of Indians on Ganesh Chaturthi. People worship the god and the festival ends with his idol being immersed in a nearby river or sea. The final process is called “immersion”.

The India opener wrote, “Wishing you all a very Happy Ganesh Chaturthi. Praying for happiness, good health, peace and prosperity.” Shubman Gill,

On the other hand, Indian wicketkeeper-batsman Dinesh Karthik Wrote: “A festival that brings a whole new level of energy and happiness. Wishing everyone a happy and joyous Ganesh Chaturthi. May this festival bring many more smiles and celebrations. Wishing you all a very Happy Vinayaka Chaturthi.”

Here are some more wishes:

Significantly, Team India is currently in the United Arab Emirates for the ongoing Asia Cup in the Gulf country. Both Karthik and Pant are in the team.

In the first match of their campaign, India defeated Pakistan by five wickets in a thrilling final over match at the Dubai International Stadium. They will next face Hong Kong at the same venue on Wednesday, 31 August. The match will start at 7:30 PM IST.

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