Updated On: 15 September, 2012 04:15 AM IST | | Dhara Vora
Every year, one comes across Ganpati mandals that prefer to experiment with designs and decorations -- from gigantic elephants welcoming deities to palki-carrying politicians. However, few dare to experiment with the design of the idol. Dhara Vora took up the challenge to scout for such idols. Here's what she came across, with less than a week to go before the elephant god arrives

This idol was custom-made for a mandal in Santacruz by Kalasagar Arts at their huge workshop in Parel. “They have a garden theme and briefed us to make an idol in a relaxed pose,” says Laliket Kubal one of the art directors at the workshop. Even god gets tired.