Ganesh Chaturthi begins: Devotees, celebs welcome Bappa across country

Ganpati festivities have kicked off across India, with chants of 'Ganpati Bappa Morya' filling the air. For the next 10 days, devotees will welcome Lord Ganesha into their homes. Like every year, Mumbai is the epicenter of the festival, where people from all walks of life, including celebrities, have joined in the celebrations with great pomp and show. The celebrations mark the beginning of a period of devotion and cultural fervour throughout the country, as homes and public spaces alike resonate with prayers and sweets like modaks are shared.