In photos: Ganesh Chaturthim celebrations for Hindu elephant god's birthday
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| The Hindu elephant god Ganesh, known to be remover of obstacles, celebrated his birthday in style on September 17. |
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| The Ganesh Chaturthi festival was marked by massive processions in the Indian state of Maharashtra, where he is regarded as the patron saint, with similar celebrations held around India and all over the world. |
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On the last day of the festival, India's financial capital Mumbai comes to a standstill as devotees carry the Ganesh idols for immersion into the Arabian Sea.
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| During the festival, idols are taken through the streets in a procession accompanied by dancing and singing crowds. |