23 September,2026 12:59 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
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Mumbai will witness large-scale Ganesh idol immersion processions on Friday, September 25, as Anant Chaturdashi marks the conclusion of Ganeshotsav 2026. The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC), Mumbai Police and transport agencies have made arrangements at major immersion points and along key procession routes to manage the expected crowds.
Those participating in immersion processions have been advised to use designated facilities, follow approved routes and comply with instructions issued by civic and police authorities.
Anant Chaturdashi falls on September 25, 2026, in Mumbai. According to Drik Panchang, the Chaturdashi tithi begins at 11:18 pm on September 24 and ends at 11:06 pm on September 25.
The listed Ganesh immersion timings for Mumbai on September 25 are:
Under the arrangements in force for the Ganeshotsav 2026, idols measuring up to 6 feet in height, including those made of Plaster of Paris (PoP), are required to be immersed in artificial ponds or tanks. Larger idols may be immersed at designated natural water bodies, subject to applicable regulations and environmental safeguards.
The BMC has arranged 383 artificial immersion ponds and 67 designated natural immersion sites across Mumbai.
Households opting to immerse a small idol at home in a tub do not require permission.
According to a Bombay High Court order, idols up to 6 feet in height, whether made of PoP or clay, are to be immersed at designated artificial ponds or tanks. Idols exceeding 6 feet can be taken to designated natural immersion sites, subject to conditions prescribed by the authorities.
The BMC has established 383 artificial ponds across the city's wards. These facilities are intended for idols measuring up to 6 feet.
Information about designated locations is being made available by the civic administration through its official channels, including location information and maps. Devotees can also check with their respective ward offices before beginning their procession.
Larger idols can be taken to designated natural immersion locations. Major immersion points include Girgaon Chowpatty, Dadar Chowpatty, Juhu, Versova, Mahim, Bandra Bandstand, the Gateway of India area and Worli Sea Face, along with selected lakes and jetties.
The BMC has also arranged facilities such as cranes, lifeguards, floating safety equipment and collection points for floral and other ritual waste at major locations.
Households with small clay idols can opt for immersion at home using a tub or other suitable container.
Girgaon Chowpatty, Juhu Beach and Dadar Chowpatty are among Mumbai's major immersion locations and are expected to attract large crowds on Anant Chaturdashi.
The BMC has arranged facilities at immersion points across Mumbai, including artificial ponds and infrastructure at major natural immersion locations.
Arrangements at locations such as Girgaon Chowpatty include cranes, ambulances, motorboats, observation facilities, toilets and collection points for floral and other ritual waste.
The civic administration has urged people to use authorised immersion facilities and follow instructions issued by officials at the sites.
Mumbai's suburban railway network is expected to handle increased passenger movement during the final days of the festival.
Central Railway has announced 22 special night suburban services during the Ganesh festival period. These services will operate on the Main Line between CSMT and Kalyan/Thane on the nights of September 23-24, September 24-25 and September 25-26.
Western Railway has also revised stopping arrangements for suburban trains at Charni Road on September 25 to manage the expected crowds travelling towards Girgaon Chowpatty.
Passengers travelling late at night are advised to check the latest railway announcements and service updates before starting their journey.
