Looking for Garba and Dandiya events in Mumbai in 2026? Here is a citywide guide covering Borivali, Ghatkopar, Andheri, Thane, Navi Mumbai and more, with dates, timings, ticket prices, celebrity performers, booking details and travel information

Dedicated to the nine forms of Goddess Durga, known as the Navadurga, Navratri is celebrated across India with prayers, fasting, garba, dandiya and cultural programmes

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BMC Commissioner Ashwini Bhide appealed to festival organisers, advertisers and citizens to cooperate with the civic body’s ‘Pedestrian First’ campaign and strictly follow the rules issued for displaying commercial advertisements during the Ganeshotsav and Navratri festival

The remarks came after the Vishva Hindu Parishad (VHP) announced that Muslims would not be allowed to enter garba and dandiya venues across Maharashtra during Navratri, beginning October 11. BJP minister Nitesh Rane has supported the VHP's position

State minister Nitesh Rane on Monday supported the VHP, alleging that 'love jihad' cases tend to increase during such festivals and asserting that those who do not follow idol worship should not participate in Hindu religious events

The VHP had last week announced that Muslims would not be allowed to enter garba and dandiya venues during Navratri and issued guidelines asking organisers to verify participants’ identities through Aadhaar cards and apply tilak on their foreheads. Navratri begins on October 11

The VHP has announced that Muslims would not be permitted to enter Garba and Dandiya venues across Maharashtra during Navratri. The organisation has also issued guidelines for event organisers, including checking participants’ identities through Aadhaar cards and applying tilak on their foreheads

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Every evening will begin with a traditional Maha Aarti, creating a meaningful spiritual and cultural moment before the Garba celebrations commence, reinforcing the true essence of Navratri while bringing communities together through devotion and celebration

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