Taruna Ganapathi is the second of the 32 forms of the Hindu deity Ganesha, representing the youthful and adolescent phase of Lord Ganesha. He is depicted with a vibrant red complexion, much like the rising sun, and has eight arms that hold various symbols including a broken tusk, goad, sugarcane, rose apple, noose, modak, wood apple, and a sprig of paddy. He is worshipped for good health, to overcome obstacles, and to gain the strength and passion needed for spiritual growth.
