When Ganesh Chaturthi arrives, Lalbaug-Parel doesn’t just celebrate, it transforms. Streets dazzle with lights, the sound of dhols fills every lane, homes brim with modaks, and the city becomes a sea of devotion and festivity. While every locality welcomes Bappa with love, some pandals stand out for their grandeur, legacy, and themes, drawing lakhs of devotees each year (PICS/ SPECIAL ARRANGEMENT/ FILE PICS)
Updated On: 2025-08-29 08:01 PM IST
Compiled by : Anushree Gaikwad
Mumbaicha Raja
Founded in 1928, Mumbaicha Raja marks its 98th year with a majestic theme inspired by Tamil Nadu’s sacred Rameshwaram Temple. Known for its larger-than-life decorations and artistic devotion, the pandal continues to mesmerise visitors with its breathtaking setups
Parel Cha Raja
This year, Parel Cha Raja has unveiled an idol inspired by Lord Ram, with the pandal design echoing the Ayodhya Ram Mandir. The blend of Ram Bhakti and Ganesh devotion has struck a spiritual chord, while the grand aagman has already set festive vibes soaring across the city
Chinchpokli Cha Chintamani
Established in 1920, this is one of Mumbai’s oldest mandals. This year the Chinchpokli Cha Chintamani is celebrating 106 years. The idol, sculpted by Siddhesh Dighole, was revealed on August 17 in a vibrant aagman sohla. Known for its deep-rooted traditions, this pandal remains a timeless favourite
GSB Seva Mandal
Famed as Mumbai’s richest Ganpati, the GSB Seva Mandal idol dazzles in 69 kg of gold and 336 kg of silver this year. Backed by a record insurance cover of Rs 474.46 crore, the mandal offers not just a spiritual experience but also a spectacle of tradition and opulence
Lalbaugcha Raja
The city’s most iconic Ganpati, Lalbaugcha Raja, enters its 92nd year with a theme inspired by Lord Tirupati Balaji. With nearly 1.5 million devotees visiting daily, it remains Mumbai’s grandest darshan, a blend of divinity, artistry, and faith that defines Ganesh Chaturthi
