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IN PHOTOS: Mumbai’s Banganga Tank glows with diyas during Purushottam Maas Deep Daan aarti

Updated On: 14 June, 2026 09:38 PM IST | Divya Nair

The historic Banganga Tank at Malabar Hill in Mumbai was illuminated with hundreds of oil lamps during Purushottam Maas Deep Daan and evening aarti on Sunday. Organised by the Banganga Deep Utsav Committee, devotees gathered at the ancient water tank to offer prayers, creating a serene and spiritually charged atmosphere. PICS/ATUL KAMBLE

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The reflection of glowing diyas on the still waters highlighted Mumbai’s deep-rooted traditions and cultural heritage, turning the heritage site into a radiant spectacle of devotion and community participation. PIC/ATUL KAMBLE
The reflection of glowing diyas on the still waters highlighted Mumbai’s deep-rooted traditions and cultural heritage, turning the heritage site into a radiant spectacle of devotion and community participation. PIC/ATUL KAMBLE
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Purushottam Maas, considered highly auspicious in the Hindu calendar, holds special significance for such religious observances

Purushottam Maas, considered highly auspicious in the Hindu calendar, holds special significance for such religious observances

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The historic Banganga Tank, located in the Walkeshwar area of Malabar Hill, continues to draw visitors for its religious and cultural significance. Believed to date back to the 12th century, Banganga is a prominent pilgrimage destination and a symbol of Mumbai's historical legacy

The historic Banganga Tank, located in the Walkeshwar area of Malabar Hill, continues to draw visitors for its religious and cultural significance. Believed to date back to the 12th century, Banganga is a prominent pilgrimage destination and a symbol of Mumbai's historical legacy

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As part of the Walkeshwar Temple complex, the site is regarded as sacred, with its waters believed to be linked to the holy Ganga

As part of the Walkeshwar Temple complex, the site is regarded as sacred, with its waters believed to be linked to the holy Ganga

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Architecturally, the tank is surrounded by stone steps and features traditional deepstambhas, or lamp pillars, along with ancient memorial stones that reflect its long-standing heritage in Mumbai

Architecturally, the tank is surrounded by stone steps and features traditional deepstambhas, or lamp pillars, along with ancient memorial stones that reflect its long-standing heritage in Mumbai

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The site also attracts historians and tourists due to its unique blend of mythology and architecture. Despite being located in the urban area, Banganga Tank retains a peaceful, old-world charm.

The site also attracts historians and tourists due to its unique blend of mythology and architecture. Despite being located in the urban area, Banganga Tank retains a peaceful, old-world charm.

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