Ganesh Chaturthi 2026: Mumbai welcomes Bappa with colour, devotion and grandeur

This year, Ganesh Chaturthi begins September 14 and will be celebrated with enthusiasm and fervour throughout the country (Source: Photo by Express photos by Akash Patil)

The first day of celebration begins in Mumbai as devotees welcome Bappa to their homes (Source: Photo by Express photos by Akash Patil)

Devotees carry a Ganpati idol from Chinchpokli in Mumbai on Monday. (Source: Photo by Express photos by Akash Patil)

The festival involves bringing beautifully crafted Ganesha idols into homes and public pandals, offering prayers, sweets and flowers, and participating in cultural celebrations. (Source: Photo by Express photos by Akash Patil)

The festivities traditionally conclude with Anant Chaturdashi, when the idols are carried in processions and immersed in water, symbolising Ganesha’s return to his celestial abode. (Source: Photo by Express photos by Akash Patil)

Mumbai is known for its elaborate Ganesh pandals, attracting millions of devotees (Source: Photo by Express photos by Akash Patil)

During this time, devotees take part in daily aartis, cultural programmes, food offerings and more (Source: Photo by Express photos by Akash Patil)

The festival is a vibrant blend of devotion, culture and community spirit (Source: Photo by Express photos by Akash Patil)

From the grandeur of Lalbaugcha Raja to the creativity of neighborhood pandals, the festival showcases Mumbai’s unique festive energy (Source: Photo by Express photos by Akash Patil)

Happy Ganesh Chaturthi. May Lord Ganesha bless you with wisdom, happiness, prosperity and success. (Source: Photo by Express photos by Akash Patil)