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Mumbai Ganeshotsav 2026 | 5,000 erasers, one Bappa: Byculla’s eye-catching Ganpati idol

Updated On: 12 September, 2026 09:25 PM IST | Divya Nair

A striking Ganpati idol at Makab Chawl in Byculla, Mumbai, has been crafted using 5,000 erasers. The creative installation is attracting attention as the city gears up to celebrate Ganeshotsav 2026 from September 14. PICS/ASHISH RAJE

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PIC/ASHISH RAJE
PIC/ASHISH RAJE
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Mumbai’s Ganeshotsav is known for turning the city into a canvas of colour, creativity, and devotion, with pandals and Ganpati idols taking on new and imaginative forms every year
Mumbai’s Ganeshotsav is known for turning the city into a canvas of colour, creativity, and devotion, with pandals and Ganpati idols taking on new and imaginative forms every year
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This year, a Ganpati idol at Makab Chawl near SS Bridge in Byculla has caught attention for its distinctive choice of material — more than 5,000 erasers
This year, a Ganpati idol at Makab Chawl near SS Bridge in Byculla has caught attention for its distinctive choice of material — more than 5,000 erasers
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The creative Bappa installation is part of the celebrations in one of Mumbai’s densely populated neighbourhoods, where Ganeshotsav remains an important part of the festive calendar
The creative Bappa installation is part of the celebrations in one of Mumbai’s densely populated neighbourhoods, where Ganeshotsav remains an important part of the festive calendar
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The use of thousands of erasers gives the idol a striking visual character and offers a fresh take on the way communities across the city celebrate the festival
The use of thousands of erasers gives the idol a striking visual character and offers a fresh take on the way communities across the city celebrate the festival
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With Ganesh Chaturthi 2026 bringing devotees and visitors out to explore Mumbai’s neighbourhood pandals, such distinctive creations add to the city’s festive landscape
With Ganesh Chaturthi 2026 bringing devotees and visitors out to explore Mumbai’s neighbourhood pandals, such distinctive creations add to the city’s festive landscape
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From elaborate decorations to innovative themes, Ganpati celebrations across Mumbai often reflect the creativity and collective effort of local communities.
From elaborate decorations to innovative themes, Ganpati celebrations across Mumbai often reflect the creativity and collective effort of local communities.

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