IN PHOTOS: Navratri preparations begin in Mumbai with arrival of Durga idols at pandals

As Mumbai gears up for the upcoming Navratri festival, parts of city on Sunday witnessed the traditional arrival of Goddess Durga idols. Pics/Atul Kamble and Ashish Raje

Updated On: 2025-09-18 03:56 PM IST

Compiled by : Asif Ali Sayed

Devotees in Mumbai were on Sunday seen transporting Goddess Durga idols from workshops to pandals. Pics/Atul Kamble and Ashish Raje

The city is now beginning to shimmer with colours, lights, and faith, as Mumbaikars prepare for nine days of prayer, dance (Garba & Dandiya), and devotion

In the days leading up to Navratri, it is a heartfelt tradition for the devotees in Mumbai

On Sunday evening, the Chembur chi Rani Devi idol was seen passing from the Five Gardens area, adding to the festive spirit

The welcoming ceremony of Goddess Durga idols is often done with great devotion and excitement, involving processions, music, and large gatherings of devotees

The Mumbai chi Mauli Navtarun Mitra Mandal from Pratiksha Nagar in Matunga was seen being transportng the beautifully crafted Goddess Durga idol to their community pandal

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