Ganesh Chaturthi, celebrated in India, particularly in Maharashtra, is a grand and magnificent festival

Bal Gangadhar Tilak, played a crucial role in popularizing Ganesh Chaturthi on a large scale

Initially, Tilak organized private events at his home, but later expanded it to a grand celebration

He saw Lord Ganesh as a unifying deity, revered by people from all castes and backgrounds

In 1893, Tilak organized Ganesh Utsav, introducing large hoardings and the tradition of immersing huge Ganesh statues on the tenth day

The festival brought people of all castes and communities together, despite British restrictions on public gatherings