150-Year-Old Ganesh Idol Workshop Keeps Tradition Alive in Morjim

Artist Umakant Pokhe’s Craft Reaches Beyond Borders; Students Learn Under His Guidance Umakant Pokhe of Pokhevada, Morjim, continues to run a 150-year-old Ganesh idol workshop, preserving a rich artistic legacy. His skill in idol-making has earned recognition even beyond India’s shores. Many students and college youth regularly train under him, keeping the traditional art form alive for future generations.