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IN PHOTOS | Mumbai Ganeshotsav: First look of wish-fulfilling Lalbaugcha Raja 2026 idol unveiled

Updated On: 11 September, 2026 08:17 PM IST | Tarun Verma

The idol of Mumbai's famous Lalbaugcha Raja was unveiled on Friday ahead of the 12-day Ganeshotsav 2026 festivities that will begin on Monday, September 14. The first look of the Lalbaugcha Raja idol was unveiled amid the mandal's song and in the presence of hundreds of devotees and members of the media fraternity (PICS/Atul Kamble and Special arrangement)

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Mumbai’s iconic Lalbaugcha Raja Sarvajanik Ganeshotsav Mandal unveiled the first look of the Lalbaugcha Raja 2026 on Friday, September 11 (Pic/Special arrangement)
Mumbai’s iconic Lalbaugcha Raja Sarvajanik Ganeshotsav Mandal unveiled the first look of the Lalbaugcha Raja 2026 on Friday, September 11 (Pic/Special arrangement)
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This year marks the 93rd Ganeshotsav celebration of Lalbaugcha Raja. The iconic Mumbai Ganpati idol continues its annual tradition of drawing thousands of devotees during the festival
This year marks the 93rd Ganeshotsav celebration of Lalbaugcha Raja. The iconic Mumbai Ganpati idol continues its annual tradition of drawing thousands of devotees during the festival
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The unveiling of Lalbaugcha Raja’s first look is among the most-awaited events ahead of Mumbai’s Ganeshotsav every year
The unveiling of Lalbaugcha Raja’s first look is among the most-awaited events ahead of Mumbai’s Ganeshotsav every year
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A large number of devotees and media representatives were present at the venue to get the first glimpse of this year’s idol ahead of the festival, which begins on September 14
A large number of devotees and media representatives were present at the venue to get the first glimpse of this year’s idol ahead of the festival, which begins on September 14
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Mumbai's very own Lalbaug Cha Raja attracts millions of devotees during the festival, with visitors travelling from across India and abroad to seek darshan
Mumbai's very own Lalbaug Cha Raja attracts millions of devotees during the festival, with visitors travelling from across India and abroad to seek darshan
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The Lalbaugcha Raja pandal is located in the Lalbaug Market area in central Mumbai. Chinchpokli, Currey Road, and Parel are among the nearest railway stations, while devotees travelling from Mumbai’s Western Line can use Lower Parel station
The Lalbaugcha Raja pandal is located in the Lalbaug Market area in central Mumbai. Chinchpokli, Currey Road, and Parel are among the nearest railway stations, while devotees travelling from Mumbai’s Western Line can use Lower Parel station
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The 93rd Ganeshotsav celebrations at Lalbaugcha Raja will begin on September 14 and continue until Anant Chaturdashi on September 25, when thousands of devotees are expected to take part in the visarjan procession
The 93rd Ganeshotsav celebrations at Lalbaugcha Raja will begin on September 14 and continue until Anant Chaturdashi on September 25, when thousands of devotees are expected to take part in the visarjan procession
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The decorations at Lalbaugcha Raja are among the major attractions for devotees, with the pandal and surrounding areas adorned with elaborate designs and festive lighting (Pic/Sayali Shirke)
The decorations at Lalbaugcha Raja are among the major attractions for devotees, with the pandal and surrounding areas adorned with elaborate designs and festive lighting (Pic/Sayali Shirke)
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For devotees of Lord Ganesha, the first darshan at Lalbaug is a deeply emotional and spiritual moment (Pic/Teertha Patil)
For devotees of Lord Ganesha, the first darshan at Lalbaug is a deeply emotional and spiritual moment (Pic/Teertha Patil)

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