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IN PHOTOS: Ganpati bappa idol heads to Surat from Mumbai by train ahead of Ganeshotsav 2026

Updated On: 06 September, 2026 08:15 PM IST | Janhavi Pingale

As preparations for Ganesh Chaturthi gather pace, devotees were seen transporting a Ganesha idol from Mumbai to Surat by train on Sunday. Pics/Shadab Khan

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The idol was carefully taken to the Mumbai Central railway station as devotees prepared to travel to Surat ahead of the festival. Pics/Shadab Khan
The idol was carefully taken to the Mumbai Central railway station as devotees prepared to travel to Surat ahead of the festival. Pics/Shadab Khan
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The journey comes as devotees across Maharashtra and Gujarat prepare for the 10-day Ganesh festival
The journey comes as devotees across Maharashtra and Gujarat prepare for the 10-day Ganesh festival
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Ganesha idols are installed in homes and community pandals, where devotees offer prayers and take part in various cultural programmes
Ganesha idols are installed in homes and community pandals, where devotees offer prayers and take part in various cultural programmes
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The tradition of taking Ganesha idols from Mumbai to other cities for the festival is common, with devotees making special arrangements to ensure that the idols reach their destinations safely
The tradition of taking Ganesha idols from Mumbai to other cities for the festival is common, with devotees making special arrangements to ensure that the idols reach their destinations safely
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With Ganesh Chaturthi approaching, preparations are gaining momentum across both states
With Ganesh Chaturthi approaching, preparations are gaining momentum across both states
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The festival begins with the installation of Ganesha idols and concludes with immersion on Anant Chaturdashi
The festival begins with the installation of Ganesha idols and concludes with immersion on Anant Chaturdashi
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The sight of devotees carrying the idol for its train journey to Surat added to the festive atmosphere in Mumbai ahead of the celebrations
The sight of devotees carrying the idol for its train journey to Surat added to the festive atmosphere in Mumbai ahead of the celebrations

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