God of New Beginnings, Success and Wisdom
Remover of Obstacles
 
Vinayagar, also known as Ganesha, Ganapati and Pillayar, is one of the best-known and most worshipped deities in the Hinduism. His image is found throughout India, Nepal, Sri Lanka, Thailand, Indonesia, Malaysia, Philippines, and Bangladesh and in countries with large ethnic Indian populations including Fiji, Mauritius, and Trinidad and Tobago.
 
An annual festival honours Ganesha for ten days, starting on Ganesha Chaturthi and culminates on the day of Ananta Chaturdashi when the idols are immersed in the water.