Ahead of Ganeshotsav 2026, Mumbai Mayor Ritu Tawde inspected BMC’s preparations at key idol immersion sites across the city. She directed officials to ensure obstacle-free procession routes, more artificial lakes, faster immersion, drinking water, toilets and adequate lifeguards

The Brihanmumbai Sarvajanik Ganeshotsav Samanvay Samiti said it supports food safety measures but wants the authorities to clearly explain the applicable standard operating procedures (SOPs), particularly for smaller mandals that may not have the funds to hire professional food contractors