Celebrate Vinayagar Chaturthi at home: TN Govt

Citing the Covid-19 pandemic and the Central government ban on religious congregations, the Tamil Nadu government on Thursday advised people to celebrate Vinayagar Chaturthi indoors.

In a statement issued, the government said orders prohibiting the installation of Ganesh idols in public places and taking them in processions, are to prevent the spread of coronavirus.

Chief Minister Edappadi K Palanisamy urged people to adhere to the guidelines and regulations of state and central governments.

The Madras High Court has also ordered that the government order should be followed while hearing a batch of petitions on the matter, the statement added.

This announcement comes after BJP and other right-wing groups pushed for public celebrations of Vinayagar Chaturthi.

The festival falls on August 22 this year.