Happy Ganesh Chaturthi The son of Parvati was given the name Ganesha by Shiva. The word Ganesha is made up of gana (followers of Shiva) and isha (lord), thus Shiva appointed him the lord of his ganas. Lord Ganesha is the Lord of success and destroyer of evils and obstacles. Lord Ganesha is also worshipped as the god . Ganapati – Lord of all Gods Alampata – Infinite Lord Nideeshwaram – Bestower of Treasures & Riches Eshanputra – Son of Lord Shiva Siddhidata – Giver of Success Harida – Golden colored Avighna – Remover of all difciculties & obstacles May Lord Ganesha showers his finest blessings on you… Today and always.Happy Ganesh Chaturthi!