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IN PHOTOS: Full moon illuminates Mumbai's iconic structures

Updated On: 16 October, 2024 09:43 PM IST | Divya Nair

Mumbai's iconic structures, Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus and the BMC headquarters building, were illuminated under the full moon on Sharad Purnima, also known as Kojagiri Purnima or Kaumudi Purnima (PICS/ATUL KAMBLE)  

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 Sharad Purnima is a highly revered and celebrated Hindu festival that marks the full moon night in the Hindu month of Ashwin, which falls in September-October. The moon, as seen above CSMT, on Wednesday, October 16

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 Sharad Purnima is a highly revered and celebrated Hindu festival that marks the full moon night in the Hindu month of Ashwin, which falls in September-October. The moon, as seen above CSMT, on Wednesday, October 16

Sharad Purnima marks the end of the monsoon season and the beginning of the harvest period in India

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Sharad Purnima marks the end of the monsoon season and the beginning of the harvest period in India

 The Sharad Purnima holds significant cultural and spiritual importance, especially in various regions across the country

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 The Sharad Purnima holds significant cultural and spiritual importance, especially in various regions across the country

Sharad Purnima is dedicated to the worship of the moon. It is believed to be an ideal time for spiritual activities such as meditation and manifestations

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Sharad Purnima is dedicated to the worship of the moon. It is believed to be an ideal time for spiritual activities such as meditation and manifestations

 In some traditions, Goddess Lakshmi in invoked on the day of Sharad Purnima to invite her blessings into homes

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 In some traditions, Goddess Lakshmi in invoked on the day of Sharad Purnima to invite her blessings into homes

In some regions, Sharad Purnima is celebrated with much fanfare, including traditional music, dance, and community gatherings

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In some regions, Sharad Purnima is celebrated with much fanfare, including traditional music, dance, and community gatherings

The moon, as seen above the BMC building

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The moon, as seen above the BMC building

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