murtis

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A FESTIVE and pious atmosphere enveloped several areas in Trinidad yesterday as Hindu devotees bid farewell to murtis (statues) of Lord Ganesh (remover of obstacles), bringing an end to the annual ten-day Ganesh Utsav (celebrations).

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  • A FESTIVE and pious atmosphere enveloped several areas in Trinidad yesterday as Hindu devotees bid farewell to murtis (statues) of Lord Ganesh (remover of obstacles), bringing an end to the annual ten-day Ganesh Utsav (celebrations). —  TrinidadExpress Today's News
  • South Trinidad, which has been described as the home of the Ganesh festivals, was alive, with various temples from Penal, Debe, Siparia and La Romaine immersing their murtis in the seas and rivers. —  TrinidadExpress Today's News
  • The murtis are then dressed up beautifully and set on a pedestal for prayers. —  TrinidadExpress Today's News
  • They were called the teen murtis, "the source added. —  rediff.com
 

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