Devotion takes flight

Updated On: 19 August, 2009 07:27 AM IST | | Varun Singh

This year, devotees will be given 'in-flight' treatment, including elevated ramp, airport-style ladders, free tea and breakfast, as they queue up for many long hours to meet the Lalbaugcha Raja

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This year, devotees will be given 'in-flight' treatment, including elevated ramp, airport-style ladders, free tea and breakfast, as they queue up for many long hours to meet the Lalbaugcha Raja

This Ganesh festival, devotees of Lalbaugcha Raja are in for a surprise. Organisers of the biggest mandal in the city have decided to offer 'in-flight' treatment for the devout who queue for endless hours in the navas (wish-fulfilling) line.

An elevated ramp has been built for them to walk on and two ladders similar to the ones at airports for passengers to board aircraft have been ordered so that volunteers can reach the devotees easily and serve them food for free.
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Confirming the arrangements, Satish Khankar, president, Lalbaugcha Raja Sarvajanik Ganeshotsav Mandal, said, "Generally, it takes a devotee in the navas line more than 12-14 hours to get a glimpse of the idol.

Long Wait Made Easy: Workers in process of making the entrance to Lalbaugcha Raja. Temporary toilets will also be made for the comfort of devotees.