Bengaluru: Ganesha idol makers worry as COVID-19 pandemic casts shadow on business

Bengaluru: With the COVID-19 pandemic showing no signs of waning, the forthcoming Ganesha festival is likely to be hit severely. Although the state government has not issued specific guidelines yet, idol makers are bracing for tough times ahead. The Ganesha festival will be celebrated on August 22. Most idol makers are worried as the money they make during the festival season sustains them for the year. However, this time they have had no business as celebrations with large idols have been banned. We bring to you one such Ganesha idol maker who foresees bleak business and appeals for help.