Ganeshotsav 2026 is scheduled to begin on September 14, bringing thousands of devotees onto Mumbai's streets as families and public mandals prepare to welcome Lord Ganesha. Pics/Ashish Raje
Rain did not stop devotees from completing their festival shopping
People were seen buying flowers from street markets in Dadar
The wet weather has added to the challenges faced by devotees making their final preparations for the festival
The markets remained active as residents purchased flowers and other items needed for Ganeshotsav celebrations
With Ganesh Chaturthi beginning on Monday, homes and public mandals across Mumbai are making their final arrangements to welcome Lord Ganesha
From bringing idols home to buying flowers and other festive items, devotees continued their preparations despite the rain, reflecting the strong festive spirit across the city
Heavy rain lashed parts of Mumbai on Sunday following a prolonged dry spell
Ahead of the festival, devotees were seen carrying Ganesh idols home, with some covering the idols in plastic sheets to protect them from the rain
