Eighteenth of the 32 Ganapati forms. The form that grants boons and fulfills wishes. Depicted with the varada mudra (boon-giving gesture). Represents the compassionate, giving aspect of Ganesha.
Red complexion. Four-armed, holding elephant goad, noose, modaka, and lotus. One hand in varada mudra (boon-granting). Seated on a lotus. Benevolent, compassionate expression.