Vinayaka Chaturthi Exhibition Showcases Hand‑crafted Ganesha Idols in Erode

On Tuesday, September 8, the Poompuhar showroom on Mettur Road in Erode swung its doors open for a special Vinayaka Chaturthi exhibition. The event, which runs until September 19, is a twin of the display at Poompuhar’s Fortune City branch (Shop No. 1114, the former Texvalley Global Market). It’s the kind of thing that makes you pause, take a breath, and actually feel the festive buzz of the season.

The exhibition is a veritable parade of Ganesha idols, each crafted from a different material. You’ll see the classic bronze‑alloy panchaloha, sturdy brass, delicate paper pulp, earthy clay, sleek black stone, fragrant sandalwood, smooth white wood and even sparkling crystal. For those who love a dash of visual art, there are Thanjavur‑style paintings and art‑plate Ganesha figures lining the shelves.

This year Poompuhar has added a handful of quirky new designs that are sure to raise eyebrows – a Creeping Vinayaka that seems to slither off the plinth, a Peacock‑themed Vinayaka with feather‑like motifs, a Nandi‑mounted Vinayaka, a Dancing figure caught mid‑twirl, and a Music Vinayaka complete with tiny musical notes. Prices start modestly at ₹150 and go up to ₹1 lakh, and a limited‑time 10 % discount sweetens the deal on selected pieces.

According to a press release, the whole idea behind the showcase is two‑fold: give the artisans a better market platform and revive interest in age‑old handicrafts. The corporation has set an ambitious sales target of ₹5 lakh for the fortnight‑long exhibition, hoping that locals will embrace these traditional treasures ahead of the festival.

If you happen to be in Erode, a stroll through either outlet might just turn into a mini‑adventure – you’ll get to admire the workmanship, perhaps chat with the makers, and maybe even take home a unique Ganesha idol that will become a family heirloom. After all, nothing says devotion quite like a hand‑crafted statue that carries a story.