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In Photos: Mumbai's grand welcome for Maa Durga

Updated On: 16 October, 2023 04:43 PM IST | ronak mastakar

On Monday, the North Bombay Sarbojanin Durga Puja Samiti celebrated the arrival of Maa Durga through the traditional folk ceremony known as Protima Sthapna (Pics/North Bombay Sarbojanin Durga Puja Samiti)

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The North Bombay Sarbojanin Durga Puja Samiti is celebrating its 76th year
Also Read: Mumbai gears up to welcome Maa Durga

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The North Bombay Sarbojanin Durga Puja Samiti is celebrating its 76th year

Also Read: Mumbai gears up to welcome Maa Durga

"This year's celebration promises to be an unparalleled spectacle, celebrating the rich culture, art, and spirituality of the Thai Temples," the North Bombay Sarbojanin Durga Puja Samiti said in a statement

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"This year's celebration promises to be an unparalleled spectacle, celebrating the rich culture, art, and spirituality of the Thai Temples," the North Bombay Sarbojanin Durga Puja Samiti said in a statement

According to the Durga Puja Samiti, without the mukut, the idol stands tall at an impressive 17 feet which is 30 feet long in breadth

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According to the Durga Puja Samiti, without the mukut, the idol stands tall at an impressive 17 feet which is 30 feet long in breadth

The sculpture weighs over 3 tons, necessitating the use of forklifts and cranes during the immersion process. The Protima takes seven rounds before the immersion

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The sculpture weighs over 3 tons, necessitating the use of forklifts and cranes during the immersion process. The Protima takes seven rounds before the immersion

The North Bombay Sarbojanin Durga Puja Samiti said that the theme of "Thai Temples" for this year's Durga Puja has been inspired by the rich and ornate designs found in the temples of Thailand

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The North Bombay Sarbojanin Durga Puja Samiti said that the theme of "Thai Temples" for this year's Durga Puja has been inspired by the rich and ornate designs found in the temples of Thailand

The Art Director, Kiran, has incorporated Thai aesthetics into the pandal

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The Art Director, Kiran, has incorporated Thai aesthetics into the pandal

The Samiti has organised live performances by artists like Sonu Nigam, Shaan, Mika, and more

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The Samiti has organised live performances by artists like Sonu Nigam, Shaan, Mika, and more

North Bombay Sarbojanin Durga Puja Samiti was established in 1948. The founder members were Sasadhar Mukerji, Ashok Kumar, Kishore Kumar, Bimal Roy, Hemant Kumar, S D. Burman, Joy Mukerji, Pradeep Kumar, Ram Mukerji and many such celebrities

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North Bombay Sarbojanin Durga Puja Samiti was established in 1948. The founder members were Sasadhar Mukerji, Ashok Kumar, Kishore Kumar, Bimal Roy, Hemant Kumar, S D. Burman, Joy Mukerji, Pradeep Kumar, Ram Mukerji and many such celebrities

It also said that visitors at this year's event will be treated to a one-of-a-kind service where they are made to feel like cherished guests. While waiting in the queue, free water is provided, and the air-conditioned waiting area ensures comfort throughout the experience

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It also said that visitors at this year's event will be treated to a one-of-a-kind service where they are made to feel like cherished guests. While waiting in the queue, free water is provided, and the air-conditioned waiting area ensures comfort throughout the experience

“We welcome all to our pujo to seek Maa Durga's blessings. Celebrations at North Bombay Sarbojanin Durga Puja Samiti will be bigger, better & grander this year," Debu Mukerji of North Bombay Sarbojanin Durga Puja Samiti said

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“We welcome all to our pujo to seek Maa Durga's blessings. Celebrations at North Bombay Sarbojanin Durga Puja Samiti will be bigger, better & grander this year," Debu Mukerji of North Bombay Sarbojanin Durga Puja Samiti said

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