Byculla Cha Raja’s Ganesha Idol Marks 75 Years of Tradition
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AI-generated summary of the coverage listed below: In Mumbai’s Byculla market, the Ganesha idol that has long been the focal point for fruit and vegetable traders celebrated its 75th anniversary this year. The statue, known for its distinctive seated posture and the tradition of adorning it with real jewellery, has remained unchanged despite the market’s evolution and the city’s growth. The enduring presence of the idol underscores the market’s cultural continuity and the traders’ deep-rooted reverence for the deity.
Covered by 2 outlets across the spectrum: 0% left, 50% center, 50% right.
Who is covering this story
- Center (1): Free Press Journal
- Right-leaning (1): Times Now
Sources
- Byculla Cha Raja Completes 75 Years With Same Iconic Idol Design, Real Jewellery And Deep Market Legacy — Free Press Journal (center)
- Before The Elephant Head, There Was A Human-Faced Ganesha - And This Temple Still Has His Idol — Times Now (right-leaning)