Guwahati Set to Celebrate Ganesh Chaturthi with Northeast’s Tallest Idol

Guwahati, the gateway to Northeast India, is gearing up for an extraordinary celebration of Ganesh Chaturthi, with preparations in full swing across the city. This year’s festivities promise to be particularly special, as the spotlight will be on a 41-feet-tall idol of Lord Ganesh at Fatasil Ambari. The organisers claim that this idol will be the tallest in Northeast India, making it a central attraction and a symbol of grandeur and devotion.

The event has been jointly organised by the Dr. B. R. Ambedkar Youth Club and the Telugu Association at Fatasil Ambari GMC New Colony, which together are hosting their 40th Ganesh Chaturthi celebration. Over the years, this celebration has grown in scale and significance, drawing devotees and visitors not just from Guwahati but from other parts of the state and the region. The organisers have continuously aimed to make each year more memorable than the last, and this milestone year is no exception.

Samba Sivarao, advisor to the organising committee, shared details of the grand plan with ANI. He revealed that the committee has set its sights on constructing a 41-foot idol, which will surpass last year’s 35-foot Ganesh idol. He emphasised that artisans from Kolkata, along with local craftsmen, have been roped in to complete this mammoth task. According to him, the preparations are progressing at full pace to ensure the celebration lives up to the high expectations. Sivarao further highlighted that, like every year, the celebration will uphold its tradition of welcoming dignitaries, and this year they plan to invite Assam Chief Minister Dr. Himanta Biswa Sarma to grace the event.

In addition to the size of the idol, what stands out is the eco-friendly approach adopted by the organisers. The idol is being crafted without the use of plastics or synthetic colours, aligning with the growing awareness about environmental sustainability. Last year too, the celebrations were organised in an eco-conscious manner, and the committee is determined to uphold this ethos. By promoting eco-friendly practices, the organisers hope to inspire others to combine devotion with responsibility towards nature.

Another highlight of this year’s Ganesh Chaturthi at Fatasil Ambari is the chosen theme of “Operation Sindoor” for the pandal decoration. This theme carries a patriotic and powerful message. Operation Sindoor refers to the military campaign launched by India on May 7, 2025, as a decisive response to the Pahalgam terror attack of April 22, in which 26 people tragically lost their lives. In retaliation, the Indian Armed Forces carried out targeted strikes on terror infrastructure in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK). The operation reportedly resulted in the elimination of more than 100 terrorists and dealt a significant blow to cross-border terrorism.

By adopting this theme, the organisers aim not only to celebrate Lord Ganesh’s arrival but also to raise awareness about national security, sacrifice, and resilience. The theme is a reminder of the courage of the armed forces and the unity of the nation in standing against terrorism.

In essence, this year’s Ganesh Chaturthi celebrations in Guwahati will be marked by devotion, grandeur, eco-friendliness, and patriotism. The towering idol of Lord Ganesh, the environmentally sustainable practices, the milestone 40th year of the event, and the powerful theme of Operation Sindoor together make it a unique and meaningful celebration. With community participation, cultural vibrancy, and spiritual fervour, the festival is set to be an unforgettable experience for the people of Guwahati and the entire Northeast.