29 August,2022 08:20 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
Lalbaugcha Raja 2022. Pic/Manjeet Thakur
The most loved and awaited festival, Ganeshotsav, is finally here. And, Mumbaikars are all set to enjoy the festival from August 31 without coronavirus-induced restrictions for the first time since 2020. During the 10-day-long celebration, people throng pandals to seek blessing.
Here are the five biggest Ganesh pandals that you shouldn't miss out on.
Lalbaugcha Raja
Lalbaugcha Raja 2022. Pic/Pradeep Dhivar
Lalbaugcha Raja is a well-known and most visited Ganesh idol in Mumbai. Every year, lakhs of devotees throng the Lalbaug to visit the Lalbaugcha Raja. Located in south Mumbai, it is the most revered Ganesh Mandal in the city.
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Mumbaicha Raja, Ganesh Galli
Mumbaicha Raja's puja murti. Pic/Lalbaug Sarvajanik Utsav Mandal
Just a few lanes away from Lalbaugcha Raja is the popular Mumbaicha Raja in Ganesh Galli. The Mandal is known for their amazing themes every year that mostly replicate famous places in India. Founded in 1928, Lalbaug Sarvajanik Utsav Mandal is completing 95 years this year. The mandal has planned to replicate Varanasi's famous Kashi Vishwanath temple this year.
Girgaoncha Raja
Girgaoncha Raja. Pic/Nikadwari Lane Sarvajanik Ganeshotsav Mandal/Facebook
Another well-known Ganesh pandal is Girgaoncha Raja, which is a 25-feet eco-friendly idol made from shadu (clay). In 2018, Prime Minister Narendra Modi had also given a shout-out to the Mandal in his Maan Ki Baat.
GSB Seva Ganesh Mandal
The GSB Seva Mandal is one of the richest Ganesh mandals in Mumbai. The GSB Seva Mandal is celebrating the 68th year of its Ganpati festivities this year. It is famous for its eco-friendly idol made with clay and more than 60 kgs of gold.
Andhericha Raja
Andhericha Raja 2022. Pic/Uday Salian
Founded in 1966, Andhericha Raja is also one of the most famous Ganpati pandals of Mumbai. Due to its unique themes, it attracts a lot of people. This year, the Andheri mandal has decided to skip the usual temple theme decor and make a replica of the Laxmi Vilas Palace situated in Vadodara, Gujarat.
