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31 years ago, Ganesha 'drank' milk and India went viral without social media

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All 1 reports on Mon, 21 September 2026

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How it spread - 1 original report

  1. Mon, 21 September 2026

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    • Times of India08:12first to report

      In 1995, a fascinating phenomenon swept across India when Ganesha idols were believed to have consumed milk, igniting fervor among devotees. Temples experienced massive influxes of worshippers, while milk vanished from store shelves in no time. This incredible event gained momentum through traditional communication channels, with scientists later attributing the occurrence to capillary action and surface tension.

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