The event was inaugurated on Sunday by Maharashtra minister Ashish Shelar, who is also the local legislator

He is also the Mumbai head of the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party

You will get to witness lights, colours and music at the Reclamation, Carter Road Pali Village and Chuim Village Gaothan till January 5

The area wears a festive look with shimmering trees and lighted streets

Many clicked pictures at the Reclamation on Sunday, after the initiative was opened for visitors

Yougsters pose for a selfie

At Carter Road, Mumbaikars will also get to see live street performances, installations and other activities between 6 and 10 pm

Earlier, Shelar said it was the message of unity that had made the festival popular with people from all walks of life

After enjoying the activities and clicking pictures, revellers can stop next at Hill Road for their Christmas purchases. It is recommended to visit the place on weekdays or afternoons to avoid the weekend and evening rush 

Meanwhile, ahead of the the Christmas and New Year's Eve celebrations in the city, Mumbai Police on Saturday issued a traffic advisory for motorists in Bandra West area

In a traffic notification, the Mumbai Traffic Police said that as celebration is arranged at Bandra Reclamation, KC Road and Carter Road on the occasion of New Year, heavy traffic congestion is expected in parts of Bandra west

Sources said that Mumbai Police has also planned elaborate security measures in parts of south Mumbai and traffic arrangements were also being planned in areas including Gateway of India, Marine Drive, Colaba