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Ganesh Chaturthi, also known as Vinayaka Chaturthi, is a Hindu festival that reveres Lord Ganesha, the elephant-headed god of wisdom and prosperity. While the festival has its roots and major celebrations in India, it is also observed in Bangladesh by the Hindu community there, albeit on a much smaller scale due to the country's predominantly Muslim population.
Historical Significance: The festival is rooted in ancient Hindu scriptures and has been celebrated for centuries. In Bangladesh, as in other parts of the world, it marks the birth of Lord Ganesha.
Idol Installation: Devotees install clay idols of Ganesha in homes or public pandals (temporary shrines). These idols are usually made by local artisans.
Puja and Rituals: Special prayers and rituals are conducted over several days. This includes chanting of Vedic hymns and Hindu texts such as Ganapati Upanishad.
Food Offerings: Sweets like modak, believed to be a favorite of Lord Ganesha, are prepared and offered to the deity.
Community Gatherings: Although not as widespread as in India, some community gatherings take place where Hindus come together to perform puja and celebrate.
Cultural Programs: Cultural activities such as music and dance performances are sometimes organized to mark the occasion.
Visarjan (Immersion): The festival concludes with the immersion of Ganesha idols into rivers or other bodies of water, symbolizing a ritual see-off of Lord Ganesha back to his heavenly abode while taking away with him the misfortunes of his devotees.
It should be noted that due to religious demographics and cultural variations across regions within Bangladesh, Ganesh Chaturthi may not have the same level of public visibility or grandeur as seen in areas with larger Hindu populations.