
đş Hayagreeva Ganapathi on the Lotus: Singaporeâs Sacred First
A Divine Blend of Wisdom, Purity, and Eco-Conscious Devotion for Ganesha Chaturthi
Namaste,
In the vibrant heart of Singapore, a quiet spiritual renaissance is unfoldingâone that merges ancient wisdom with sustainable craftsmanship. Since 2015, I, Gayathri Viswanathan Tata, founder of GRT Artland and Clay Ganesha Singapore, Director of Tata wins pte Ltd have been creating the worldâs only Hayagreeva Ganapathi clay idol, seated on a lotus. This form is not found in India, temples, or online. It was born here, through divine inspiration and deep study of the Puranas.
đď¸ A Divine Moment That Changed Everything
My journey began in 1991, during a visit to Kanchi Periyava. A revered guru asked me to draw Ganesha using rice flour and chant the Hayagreeva slokam:
âJĂąÄna-nandamayam Devam nirmala spadigakrithim,
Aadharam Sarva vidhyanaam Hayagreevam upasmaheâ
Concerned about my memory and upcoming exams, my mother asked for blessings. The guru simply said:
âLet her do this daily. She will be fine.â
From that day, I followed the practice with devotion. My memory sharpened, my confidence grew, and I excelled in studies. More importantly, I developed a deep connection to teaching and sharing knowledgeâa calling that continues to guide my life. Is that the reason I got the dream and found the hidden treasure of Hayagreeva ganapathi? Letâs seeâŚ.
đ¨ The Birth of a Unique Idol
In 2014, while conducting art classes for women and children, I began sculpting eco-friendly clay Ganeshas. Then, in 2015, I had a vivid dream: Hayagreeva Ganapathi seated on a lotus. I sketched it the next morning and handed it to my mould maker. Though Iâd never formally learned clay sculpting, she trusted the vision.
That sketch became the first Hayagreeva Ganapathi clay idol in the world. After verifying scripturesâincluding a chapter in the Ganesha Purana where Ganesha blesses as HayagreevaâI realized this form had been lost or hidden during colonial times. It was meant to be revived, here in Singapore.
Since then, this form has been crafted exclusively through GRT Artland and Clay Ganesha Singapore. Over 500 students have performed Ganesh Chaturthi Pooja with their families, praying to Hayagreeva Ganapathi before exams, interviews, and life milestones. Many have gone on to succeed in academics, careers, and personal growth.
đ´ Symbolism of Hayagreeva Ganapathi
This rare form represents:
⢠Clarity of thought
⢠Balance of intellect and intuition
⢠Spiritual elevation above worldly distractions
Hayagreeva, the horse-headed avatar of Vishnu, is the guardian of sacred knowledge. Ganapathi, the remover of obstacles, is the lord of intellect. Seated on a lotusâa symbol of purity and transcendenceâthis idol becomes a beacon for students, seekers, and families.
đ§ą Crafted with Devotion, Not Just Clay
At GRT Artland, each idol is:
⢠Made with natural terracotta clay and river water
⢠Hollowless, preserving spiritual energy
⢠Colored only on the front for eco-purity
⢠Infused with Vedic chants and rituals
⢠Fully dissolvable, nurturing plants and aquatic life
These are not decorative objectsâthey are spiritual vessels. I personally craft each one, drawing from visits to over 2000 temples and years of scriptural study. Every detail is spiritually accurate and environmentally meaningful.
đ Why This Form Matters
Praying to Hayagreeva Ganapathi:
⢠Enhances memory, focus, and academic success
⢠Clears confusion and removes obstacles
⢠Invokes Saraswatiâs grace for learning and speech
⢠Brings peace, prosperity, and spiritual clarity
This form is especially powerful during Ganesh Chaturthi, Navaratri, and Saraswati Puja. Itâs ideal for homes, study spaces, and spiritual retreatsâand available only in Singapore, only during Ganesh Chaturthi.
Just as Shenbaga Vinayagar is unique to Singapore, so is Hayagreeva Ganapathi in clay. This sacred form is not just a creationâitâs a calling, a revival, and a gift to the community.
If your child is going to write PSLE, O levels, JC or polytechnic or job hunting, anything related to knowledge, do pray to this Hayagreeva ganapathi with the above slokas as many as ever time! you will surely find the best results!
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