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IN PHOTOS: Mumbai's Koli community gears up for Narali Pournima 2026
Updated On: 27 August, 2026 09:24 PM IST | Poorva Gaikwad
Mumbai's Koli community was on thursday seen preparing their boats for the new fishing season ahead of Narali Pournima 2026. On the auspicious day, the fishing community offers coconuts to the sea deity Varuna, expressing gratitude for the ocean's bounty and seeking blessings for a safe and prosperous fishing season. (PIC/ASHISH RAJE)
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Narali Pournima marks an important tradition for Mumbai's Koli community as fishermen pray for a safe and prosperous season ahead. PICS/ASHISH RAJE
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A young girl carries a coconut ahead of the Narali Pournima celebrations
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Members of Mumbai's Koli community make final preparations for the fishing season on Narali Pournima on Aug 28
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Devotees and members of the Koli community gather along the beach to offer coconuts to the sea on the occasion of Narali Pournima in Mumbai
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The Koli community offers coconuts to the sea deity Varuna on Narali Pournima, seeking blessings for a safe fishing season
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Fishing boats are prepared at Badhwar Park as the Koli community observes the traditional festival of Narali Pournima.
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