Mumbai’s Ganeshotsav has officially entered its most vibrant phase, with the arrival of Chinchpokli Cha Chintamani adding to the festive spirit across the city. The iconic 24-foot Ganpati idol, inspired by the revered Tirupati Balaji, made its grand aagman through Mumbai on August 29 and is now seated in the mandal's pandal, ready to welcome devotees during Ganesh Chaturthi 2026. (Pics/ Special Arrangement)

The streets of Lalbaug-Parel came alive with devotion, music, and colour on Saturday as several prominent Ganesh mandals brought Ganpati idols to their respective pandals during the grand Agman 2026 processions. (PICS/ Ranbir Jaiswal)