'Hard Times': COVID Looms Over Ganesha Festivities as Indian Sculptors Fear Worst is Yet to Come

Idol worship is an integral part of most Hindu religious celebrations and is especially visible during big festivals like "Durga Puja", "Diwali", and "Ganesh Chaturthi". However, with various COVID-induced curbs in place on public celebrations, the livelihood of idol sculptors has been dealt a severe blow.