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1. Ganesh Chaturthi 2016: It’s time to welcome India’s favorite god, with Ganesh chaturthi virtually on our heads. Preparations must be properly made for the popular Ganpati Puja. This fest, unlike many other religious celebrations is more of a community celebration; so you will find Ganpati Pujas happening in offices, community places, apartment complexes and of course individual homes too. Before you bring Ganpati home, you need to make a lot of preparations to get your home ready to receive him and of course you have to get your finances ready. So while you are busy making modaks and cleaning the house here are ways to get ready financially. So, here's What to do While Bringing Ganpati Home in just 6 simple slides? (Express Photo)
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2. Ganesh Chaturthi 2016: Lord Ganesha is also known as Vighanharta, which means the one who takes away troubles. He is also the lord of auspicious beginnings and remover of hurdles. So, a puja for Lord Ganesh is a must before you venture out to do anything new. (Express Photo)
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3. Ganesh Chaturthi 2016: Before you get the elephant God home you need to plan everything right from where to buy the idol from to what you want to wear for the occasion. The key is to plan ahead and not wait for the last moment. Have a clear estimate about the amount required for various expenditures (food, entertaining guests, decoration, idol etc). Do keep some buffer of 5 to 10% as expenses do tend to shoot above what you had planned. (PTI)
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4. Ganesh Chaturthi 2016: Planning ahead gives you sufficient time to look for options and get the best deal and the most favorable rates. Waiting for the last minute creates panic and then one ends up picking the first available option due to lack of time which may often prove to be an expensive option and yet not such an effective one. (Express Photo)
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5. Ganesh Chaturthi 2016: Festivals are a great way for families to connect and bond so instead of outsourcing and buying everything it is a great idea for the family to come together and participate in the preparations. Family members can divide the work amongst themselves or they can decide to do some things together as a team. So whether it is making prasad for offering to Ganesha or decorations and lighting, everything can be managed in-house as long as it is planned ahead. Making sweets and savories at home is a healthier option, involving the children of the family in decorations will instill a sense of belonging and understanding about the festivals. The rangoli may not be perfect but it will definitely carry more meaning and devotion. (Express Photo)
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6. Ganesh Chaturthi 2016: Often quite a number of families within the same housing complex or vicinity celebrate the festival. Thus they can get together and can decide to go and shop for flowers, sweets, decoration things together or one could do for others too. This can help them save time, money and of course you can use the expertise of each other. It will not only save money, but also engender neighbourly feelings, foster friendships and bring a host of other benefits through the years to come. Surely that is a plus, plus any which way you look at it. So, Happy Ganesh Chaturthi to all! (Express Photo)
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