From devotees bringing home Ganpati idols to offering prayers and seeking blessings at temples, Ganesh Chaturthi – the first day of the 10-day Ganeshotsav – is being celebrated across India with spiritual and cultural fervour. Here are some glimpses of the festive atmosphere (Pics: PTI/AFP)
Updated On: 2025-08-28 10:39 AM IST
Compiled by : Raaina Jain
Solapur
Many devotees brought idols of Lord Ganesha home or to pandals on the morning of August 27, marking the beginning of festivities
In Mumbai, devotees visited Ganpati pandals like Chinchpokli Cha Chintamani (left) and Khetwadi Cha Morya (right) to catch a glimpse of Bappa
The city is home to many renowned pandals that host grand celebrations. In fact, pandal hopping (visiting different pandals for Ganpati darshan) is one of the most highly anticipated traditions of Ganeshotsav in Mumbai
Ganpati idols as tall as 42 feet (right) and made of unique materials like plates (left) could be seen in Chennai. Devotees gathered to offer prayers to the deity
In Nadia too, devotees visited Ganpati pandals and performed special rituals on the occasion of Ganesh Chaturthi
Ganpati pandals across India were decorated elaborately, with some following a specific theme. Here, people are seen offering prayers at a pandal in Ahmedabad
Latasil Ganesh Temple, Guwahati
Devotees across India also visited temples dedicated to Lord Ganesha to offer prayers
Kolkata
In addition to the majestic Ganpati idols, the decorations at temples and pandals was also noteworthy
