Ganesh Chaturthi, a festival celebrated with immense fervor across India to honor Lord Ganesha, has taken an interstellar twist this year. As the 10-day festivities kicked off, one of the most captivating themes emerged – Chandrayaan-3, India's triumphant lunar mission.
In Chennai, space enthusiasts are spellbound by a unique pandal in Kilkattalai, inspired by ISRO's Chandrayaan-3 Moon mission. A viral video shared on social media showcases a miniature Chandrayaan-3 rocket placed alongside Lord Ganesha's idol. The liftoff of this tiny model, complete with flames and smoke, beautifully mimics a rocket launch.
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This cosmic theme has spread to various cities nationwide, with pandals commemorating India's successful Moon mission, adding an educational and awe-inspiring element to the traditional celebrations.
Since uploading, the viral clip has garnered nearly 444K views and over 5300 likes. Several social media users also left supportive and positive comments.
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