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IN PHOTOS: Huge crowds gather in Mumbai's Parel to welcome Ganpati Bappa

Updated On: 15 August, 2026 08:44 PM IST | Asif Ali Sayed

Huge crowds of devotees gathered in Parel, Mumbai, to welcome Ganpati Bappa as the city's festive spirit came alive with colour, music and devotion. Pics/Sameer Abedi

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Women dressed in traditional sarees added to the festive atmosphere as they took part in the procession. Pics/Sameer Abedi
Women dressed in traditional sarees added to the festive atmosphere as they took part in the procession. Pics/Sameer Abedi
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A major highlight was the grand arrival of ‘Sewri-cha Raja’, with celebrations marking its 75th anniversary

A major highlight was the grand arrival of ‘Sewri-cha Raja’, with celebrations marking its 75th anniversary

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The procession drew large numbers of devotees who came to take part in the traditional celebrations and seek the blessings of Lord Ganesha

The procession drew large numbers of devotees who came to take part in the traditional celebrations and seek the blessings of Lord Ganesha

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The procession made its way through Parel Workshop, attracting crowds along the route

The procession made its way through Parel Workshop, attracting crowds along the route

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Carrying the Tricolour, the women joined the procession with pride and devotion

Carrying the Tricolour, the women joined the procession with pride and devotion

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The streets of Parel were filled with the energy of the Ganpati festival as people came together to welcome Bappa

The streets of Parel were filled with the energy of the Ganpati festival as people came together to welcome Bappa

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