lord durga possesses a unique god post in hindu culture , and is considered as the bestower of all auspiciousness and destroyer of all negativity . traditionally these festive celebrations last from one to 11 days , concluding with a nimajjan ceremony ( partaking the deity in the waters of pond / dam / river / gulf / ocean etc ) . these celebrations are splendidly carried out in india amidst rigid security as thousands participate . similarly ; several indian hindu communities spread around the globe from australia to north america have celebrate with no less fanfare .
Lord Ganesha is important for Hindus.