Goa, Sept. 1 -- Thousands par-ticipated in the unique Ga-nesh idol immersion pro-cession at Adpoi, Ponda, marking the culmination of the five-day Chaturthi cele-brations on Sunday.

The main highlight of this year's procession was a float dedicated to "Nari Shakti" (women power), honouring the contribu-tion of women to "Opera-tion Sindoor".

Locals said that this float aimed at encouraging local women for nation-build-ing, which drew the atten-tion from devotees.

The celebrations in Ad-poi are known for their unique and traditional joint immersion of Ganesh idols. Around 17 families from the village, residing across the State, unite an-nually for this special tradi-tion. On the fifth day, these families prepare an equal number of floats,...