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IN PHOTOS | Bandra Fair 2026: Amid busy schedules, devotees pause to pray at Mount Mary's Basilica on Monday

Updated On: 14 September, 2026 08:13 PM IST | Nascimento Pinto

A week after the feast of Nativity of Our Lady, devotees continue to visit in large numbers and pray fervently at the church in Bandra, as it marks the feast along with the Bandra Fair this week

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The feast of Nativity of Our Lady is observed on September 8 every year around the world. Photos Courtesy: Nascimento Pinto
The feast of Nativity of Our Lady is observed on September 8 every year around the world. Photos Courtesy: Nascimento Pinto
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While the feast saw a lot of locals and devotees from all over in early September, the prayers and masses continue at Mount Mary's Basilica till this week on September 20
While the feast saw a lot of locals and devotees from all over in early September, the prayers and masses continue at Mount Mary's Basilica till this week on September 20
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There were long snaking lines to pray in front of the altar that saw people of all ages join in two lines - one for women and the other men - in a very organised manner
There were long snaking lines to pray in front of the altar that saw people of all ages join in two lines - one for women and the other men - in a very organised manner
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The church saw a lot of young and old people come to pray, making the most of the Ganesh Chaturthi holiday. While some came with their families, others came with their friends
The church saw a lot of young and old people come to pray, making the most of the Ganesh Chaturthi holiday. While some came with their families, others came with their friends
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As always, there were also buses with elderly people from their respective churches who made their way to the church to pray and have a good time at Bandra Fair along the steps
As always, there were also buses with elderly people from their respective churches who made their way to the church to pray and have a good time at Bandra Fair along the steps
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While the devotees spent time in the beautiful church and the fair, they also visited the grotto opposite the entrance
While the devotees spent time in the beautiful church and the fair, they also visited the grotto opposite the entrance

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