The Faces Behind the Movement
Movement Supporters
Partners & Collaborators
The Global Ganesh Festival is a collaborative effort made possible by the unwavering support of individuals, organizations, and communities worldwide. Our movement is strengthened by the passion and dedication of our supporters, who share our vision of celebrating Ganesh Chaturthi on a global scale. Let’s express our gratitude to those who have contributed to the success of this inspiring initiative.
This festival played a vital role in the independence movement of India which was lead by Lokmanya Tilak, Bhausaheb Rangari and many other freedom fighters of India. People gathered together for festival which provided the opportunity for freedom fighters and social reformers to spread the freedom movement to even the commonest of people. In post independence era this festival became the important part of Indian society which helped to shape political, social, cultural aspects of independent India.
People across the globe have always been curious about this festival and started participating in this festival in different possible ways. A few of them visited India specially during this festival, enjoyed it, a few came during this festival to study about this culture. Our culture has profound thoughts behind every ritual, people across the globe are eager to study this rich culture. Indians who have relocated to different countries also celebrate this festival with zest in the respective countries.
In last seventy years this festival is being celebrated globally but it doesn’t get recognized as a global festival yet. We are envisioning to represent this prestigious festival at global level which is aimed to inform the world about the rich heritage have and make this Ganesh Festival A Global fiesta!
Initiatives
Awareness
Creating awareness is most crucial part of Global Ganesh Festival. This concept must reach every part of the globe by online and offline marketing tools such as website, facebook, Instagram, youtube, whatsapp, blogs, on ground activities. Consistent awareness will help to rank on online media in Global Festivals. Going by it’s historical relevance, It will be the most effective platform to create awareness about global issues like Climate change, Environment,Sustainability etc which will help us in nurturing the planet for the next generations to come.
Branding Campaigns
The Global Ganesh Festival’s branding will emphasize its inclusivity, cultural heritage, and potential for social impact. By effectively utilizing visuals, storytelling, and digital platforms, the festival can position itself as a meaningful global event.
On Ground Activities
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Global Ganesh Festival Helpline
A dedicated team of experts will work 24×7 to help foreigners while visiting India for Global Ganesh Festival.
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Vighnaharta Helpline
Vighnaharta helpline is an initiative which would be under the aegis of Jay Ganesh Vyaspeeth. The intend of creating this helpline is to facilitate emergency services and response to Punekars staying outside India in case of emergency of their old aged parents or family members. This helpline will be a blessing in disguise at critical situations when we are trying to seek help and that moment Ganesh festival volunteers will be there to help!
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Global Ganesh Festival Tour
This is a unique concept of engaging foreigners with our rich culture of Ganesh Festival which includes visit to different cities of Maharashtra during festival like Ganesh Festival of Pune, Mumbai, Kokan, North Maharashtra, Marathwada and Vidarbh. Each area of Maharashtra has different rituals of celebration which will help foreigners to explore this festival.
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International Competitions
Engagement of Indians in across the globe in this festival is most important part of making it global. We will conduct a few International Competitions such as Global Ganesh Decoration Competition, Journey films Competitions in which people across the globe can share their journey videos about how their group started Ganesh Festival celebration, their decorations their celebration in other countries.
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Global Ganesh Photography Competition
In which tourist will participate and share their unique photographs related to Ganesh Festival.
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Global Ganesh Reels competition
which includes sharing of short videos of ganesh festival.
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Social Media Support
In this activity, people will support Global Ganesh Festival by sharing videos or creatives shared by organising team. Testimonials by foreigners, festival videos by Indians from various countries like Ganesh Mandal or Pathak will create an impact.
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Global Ganesh Festival Event
A cultural event will be organised in Pune for foreigners in which foreigners will get an opportunity to enjoy the rich culture of Ganesh Festival by skits, dance performances and classical, semi classical concerts.
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Global Ganesh Festival Carnival
This activity will be organised on last day of Ganesh Festival which is well known as Ganesh Visarjan Miravnuk. In this activity foreigners will get an opportunity to participate and enjoy full day Visarjan Miravnuk.
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Association with Ganesh Festival Organisers Across the Globe
We are trying to create inclusive group of all people across the world who celebrate Ganesh Festival and create a network of like minded people who can help the community at large in making this a medium of celebration and culture.