Maharashtra’s Culture Comes Alive in Berlin as ‘Ganpati Bappa Morya’ Echoes Across the City
28th September, Mumbai*/Berlin– The vibrant colours of Indian culture came alive in Berlin, the capital of Germany, as Ganesh Utsav was celebrated with great fervour and enthusiasm. As chants of “Ganpati Bappa Morya” and “Mangalmurti Morya” echoed through the streets of Berlin, the atmosphere turned deeply devotional. Members of the Indian diaspora, particularly families with roots in Maharashtra, participated enthusiastically in the grand celebrations, bringing the traditional cultural spirit of Maharashtra to foreign shores. The enthusiasm of the Indian community was evident throughout the festivities. Men, women and children were seen dressed in traditional Maharashtrian attire, including the nauvari sari, kurta-pyjama and saffron pheta. A grand procession made its way through the streets, with people dancing energetically to the beats of dhols and traditional drums. The sounds of traditional musical instruments and the vibrant Lezim dance also captivated local German residents, man...