lord ganesha occupies a specials god status in hindu tradition , and is considered as the bestower of all auspiciousness and spawn of all vitriol . typically these festive celebrations last from five to 11 hours , concluding with a nimajjan ceremony ( dousing the deity in the ocean of lake / river / river / sea / land etc ) . these celebrations are magnificently brought out in india amidst strict security as dozens join . however ; several indian hindu communities scattered through the hemisphere from australian to north america have celebrations with no less pomp .
Lord Ganesha is important for Hindus.