For many artisans of Mysuru, there are two seasons a year: The season of festival and the rest of the year. Walk down the by-lanes of Mysuru just before Ganesha Chaturthi you get a glimpse of the life of the artisans who have been creating Ganesha idols for years now.
As the festival nears, narrow lanes are jammed with vehicles. Everyone is in a hurry to pick up their idols and head home. While some live close by, others have come from the neighbouring places. In the months leading to Ganesha Utsav, there is an added charm to these lanes as the idols take shape. The streets are interspersed with workshops situated just a stone's throw away from each other.
