Pune’s Dagdusheth Halwai Ganpati Temple Adorned with 2,000 KG of Grapes for Holi Pournima
Pune's Dagdusheth Halwai Ganpati Temple Adorned with 2,000 KG of Grapes for Holi Pournima
Pune: The iconic Shrimant Dagdusheth Halwai Ganpati Mandir in Pune celebrated the annual Draksha Mahotsav (Grape Festival) on the occasion of Holi Pournima with a grand display of 2,000 kilograms of grapes.
The temple premises were adorned with chemical-free black and green grapes sourced from Sahyadri Farms, Nashik, creating a stunning visual treat for devotees.
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The Draksha Mahotsav is an eagerly awaited event at the temple, held every year as part of the Holi Pournima celebrations. As part of the tradition, the temple trust ensures that these grapes are distributed among various institutions, including Sassoon General Hospital and Pitashree Old Age Home, as well as to devotees seeking Lord Ganesha’s blessings.
Health Benefits of Grapes Highlighted
Sunil Rasane, chief of the Shri Dagdusheth Halwai Ganpati Trust, emphasized the health benefits of grapes, stating, “In Ayurveda, grapes hold significant importance. They reduce the risk of heart disease, slow down aging effects on the brain, aid digestion, and increase hemoglobin levels. Green grapes, in particular, are known to be beneficial for blood health.”
Dignitaries in Attendance
The event was graced by several dignitaries, including Vice Presidents Manik Chavan and Balasaheb Paranjape, Treasurer Mahesh Suryavanshi, General Secretary Hemant Rasane, Festival Chief Akshay Godse, Joint Secretary Amol Kedari, Suvarnayug Tarun Mandal President Prakash Chavan, and Sahyadri Farms Chairman & MD Vilas Shinde, among others.
Historical Significance of Dagdusheth Ganpati
The Shrimant Dagdusheth Halwai Ganpati Mandir, which has a 130-year-old legacy, was founded by Dagdusheth Halwai and his wife Lakshmibai after they lost their only son to a plague epidemic. Today, the temple stands as a symbol of devotion and faith, attracting thousands of devotees every year.
