Producer: Priyanka Das Editor: Mohit Bisht
As per Vastu, the Ganesh idol must be placed in the west, north and northeast directions of the house. Do not keep it in the south direction as it is considered inauspicious.
When buying the idol, select one where the trunk of the elephant god is pointed towards the left as it symbolises happiness and success.
A Ganpati murti design in sitting position, also known as the lalitasana, is considered ideal within the home, as it symbolises peace.
When selecting the murti, make sure the mouse (Ganesh's vehicle) and the modak (His favourite sweet) are part of it.
Never keep your Ganesh murti in these spaces - bedroom, garage, laundry room, underneath staircases and, of course, bathroom.