Ganesh Chaturthi is celebrated as the birth anniversary of Lord Ganesha, the beloved elephant-headed deity revered as the remover of obstacles, or Vighnaharta, one of his 108 divine names. Worshipped at the start of every auspicious event, Ganesha is considered the Lord of Beginnings and a symbol of wisdom and prosperity. This festival marks his divine descent to bless devotees with success and remove hurdles from their lives.
In Kasaragod district of Kerala, the festival is celebrated with great devotion in several renowned Ganapathy temples. Temples like the Madhur Mahaganapathy Temple, Trikkanad Ganapathy Temple become vibrant centers of spiritual activity during this time, drawing devotees from across the region to offer prayers and seek blessings from the benevolent deity.