The iconic Khairatabad Ganesh idol stands 69 feet tall and 28 feet wide for the 2026 Ganesh Chaturthi celebrations.
Overview and ThemeTheme: Named Panchamukha Sankatahara Mahaganapathi, featuring five distinct faces and five cobra hoods.Craftsmanship: Sculpted by over 150 artisans from four states who worked for three months using eco-friendly clay and a massive iron framework.Location: Khairatabad, Hyderabad.
HistoryInception: Started in 1954 by activist Singari Shankaraiah with a modest 1-foot idol.Tradition: Over seven decades, it has grown into one of the tallest and most famous Ganesh idols in India.Immersion: After 11 days of worship, the colossal idol is taken in a grand procession for immersion in the nearby Hussain Sagar lake
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