Hyderabad (Telangana), Sept. 8 -- : On the account of Ganesh idol immersion, the Telangana government declared a general holiday for government offices, schools and colleges in and around the twin cities of Hyderabad and Secunderabad, Rangareddy and Medchal-Malkajgiri districts on September 9, 2022.

"On the account of Ganesh idol immersion, the government has decided a general holiday," an official statement said.

"September 12, which is the second Saturday will be considered a working day to compensate for the holiday," the statement said. The people of the state are preparing for immersing the idol in full swing.

Ganesh Chaturthi celebrates the birth of Lord Ganesha. It is one of the most popular Hindu festivals. It is celebrated for 1...