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In Photos | Ganeshotsav 2026: Fortcha Raja adds festive charm to South Mumbai

Updated On: 10 September, 2026 08:25 PM IST | ronak mastakar

As Ganeshotsav 2026 begins, Fortcha Raja once again adds a festive touch to the heritage-rich neighbourhood. Here are glimpses of the idol, pandal and celebrations through photographs. (Pics/Ronak Mastakar and Instagram@Fortcha Raja)

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Fortcha Raja once adds a festive touch to the heritage-rich neighbourhood. (Pic/Ronak Mastakar)
Fortcha Raja once adds a festive touch to the heritage-rich neighbourhood. (Pic/Ronak Mastakar)
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Amid the colonial-era buildings and Art Deco landmarks of South Mumbai’s Fort district, Fortcha Raja has been celebrating Ganesh Chaturthi since 1962.
Amid the colonial-era buildings and Art Deco landmarks of South Mumbai’s Fort district, Fortcha Raja has been celebrating Ganesh Chaturthi since 1962. 
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Over the decades, the mandal has become known for its elaborate pandals and changing themes inspired by history, architecture and Indian culture.
Over the decades, the mandal has become known for its elaborate pandals and changing themes inspired by history, architecture and Indian culture.
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Also known as Icchapurti Ganpati, Fortcha Raja draws devotees and visitors keen to experience Mumbai’s festive traditions against the backdrop of the city’s historic Fort neighbourhood. The idol is traditionally around 10 to 12 feet tall, while the pandal décor and seating arrangements take on a new theme each year.
Also known as Icchapurti Ganpati, Fortcha Raja draws devotees and visitors keen to experience Mumbai’s festive traditions against the backdrop of the city’s historic Fort neighbourhood. The idol is traditionally around 10 to 12 feet tall, while the pandal décor and seating arrangements take on a new theme each year.
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During Ganeshotsav 2026, the mandal once again adds to the festive landscape of Fort, bringing together the area’s historic character, elaborate decorations and the colour and activity of the 10-day celebration.
During Ganeshotsav 2026, the mandal once again adds to the festive landscape of Fort, bringing together the area’s historic character, elaborate decorations and the colour and activity of the 10-day celebration.
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Ganeshotsav 2026 begins with Ganesh Chaturthi on Monday, September 14, and concludes with the final immersion on Anant Chaturdashi on Friday, September 25.
Ganeshotsav 2026 begins with Ganesh Chaturthi on Monday, September 14, and concludes with the final immersion on Anant Chaturdashi on Friday, September 25.

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