The effects of recession are ‘touching the skies’ and this seems to be happening literally. If there are gods above and especially Lord Ganesha, he would agree with us at this point of time. Yes, the response to the upcoming Ganesh Chaturthi is said to be quite meek this time.
Sources say that there is no hungama with idols like earlier, even in the year 2008 Ganesh Chaturthi was weak when compared to that of 2007. Now, 2009 is still weaker say those who are actively into the making of the idols and other related activities.
While some say that the costs involved are too high and others claim the reducing interest in celebrating the festival, the reliable sources say that the effect of recession has made people extra cautious and a bit depressed to actually come out and shell some money and create a festive atmosphere. Let us hope Lord Ganesha changes this soon.
