Girgaon Cha Raja, one of Mumbai’s well-known public Ganeshotsav mandals, is completing 99 years this year. Established in 1928 by the Nikadwari Lane Sarvajanik Shree Ganeshotsav Mandal, the celebration is now heading towards its centenary year in 2027. Known for its large clay idol and long-standing traditions, the mandal has also incorporated environmental and social initiatives over the years. Here’s a look at Girgaon Cha Raja’s 99-year journey and what visitors can expect this Ganeshotsav. (Pics/Nikadwari Lane Sarvajanik Shree Ganeshotsav Mandal)

Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis and Environment Minister Pankaja Munde participated in an eco-friendly Ganesh idol-making workshop at the CIDCO Exhibition Centre in Vashi, Navi Mumbai, promoting sustainable celebrations ahead of Ganesh Chaturthi (Pics/Sayyed Sameer Abedi)