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Ganesh Chaturthi Celebrations 2025 – Event Report
Institute of Public Enterprise (IPE), Hyderabad
1. Introduction
- Ganesh Chaturthi symbolizes wisdom, prosperity, and the removal of obstacles.
- The festival brought together students, faculty, staff, and alumni in devotion and celebration.
- Celebrations were conducted with grandeur from 27th August to 2nd September 2025.
- The festivities began with idol installation and concluded with a grand Visarjan at Shamirpet Lake.
2. Order of Events
- Day 0 (26th August): Idol installation sponsored by Sailee (IPE Alumni); mandap decoration and inaugural aarti.
- Day 1: Main pooja by Dr. Rajkumar Pillay; Evening Diya Lighting Ceremony by students.
- Day 2: Cultural Club pooja and Maha Aarathi.
- Day 3: Faculty pooja by Prof. Abhay Srivastava; Evening Bhajans by students.
- Day 4: Pooja by Prof. Srinivas Murthy; Mehendi event organized by students.
- Day 5: Seniors’ pooja (Batches 2025 & 2026); Evening Bhajans.
- Day 6: Pooja by Prof. V. Srikanth; Games Night organized by students.
- Day 7: Final pooja by Senior Girl Students (Batch 2026); Visarjan pooja by Prof. Lakshmi Kumari followed by campus procession and immersion at Shamirpet Lake.
3. Finance & Organization
- Funds were collectively contributed by students, faculty, and members of the IPE family.
- Expenses for decoration, pooja items, prasadam, and events were managed transparently.
- Key organizers included Varun Kodangal, Rishi Kori, Abhiseka Dash, Saiee, Ashrita Sarma, Vikas (Logistics), and the Cultural Club of IPE.
4. Acknowledgments
- Prof. Srinivas Murthy, Dean Academics
- Prof. V. Srikanth
- Prof. Lakshmi Kumari, Dean Research
- Dr. Rajkumar Pillay and Ms. Sree Jyothi, Student Affairs
- All Faculty Members, Administrative Staff, Canteen Staff, Electricians, Gardeners, Housekeeping, and Security Personnel
- Cultural Club of IPE and dedicated student volunteers
5. Sponsors
- Idol – Sailee (IPE Alumni)
- PGDM IB (2026 Batch)
- Ramesh Fireworks
- Laddu – PGDM C (2027 Batch)
- Deepak – HR (2026 Batch)
6. Conclusion
- The week-long celebration reflected unity, devotion, and cultural harmony.
- The procession around the campus and immersion at Shamirpet Lake marked a grand and memorable conclusion.
- The festival strengthened bonds within the IPE community and upheld its tradition of inclusive celebrations.
