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Snow Bappa: Indian Scientists' Eco-Friendly Antarctic Festival
25 Sep
Summary
- Indian scientists at Maitri station created a Ganesh idol from snow.
- The Antarctic celebration included puja, aarti, prasad, and modaks.
- The snow idol was 'immersed' by melting it in a bucket of water.
In a remarkable display of cultural resilience, Indian scientists at the Maitri research station in Antarctica observed Ganesh Chaturthi amidst snowy surroundings. Far from the vibrant celebrations in India, the researchers from the National Centre for Polar and Ocean Research (NCPOR) sculpted an idol of Lord Ganesha using snow.
The festivities included traditional puja, aarti, and the sharing of modaks, bringing a touch of home to the isolated continent. Dr. Anirudh Dhar documented the event, highlighting its extreme eco-friendliness as the snow idol was 'immersed' by gradually melting it in a bucket of water inside the station.
Maitri station, established in 1988 in East Antarctica, is a hub for various scientific research, including atmospheric science and glaciology. For the scientists stationed there, maintaining cultural traditions like Ganesh Chaturthi becomes a crucial way to combat the challenges of isolation and maintain a connection to their homeland.
