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Lakhs Bid Emotional Farewell to Lord Ganesha Across Mumbai, Says CM Eknath Shinde
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🗓 26 Sep 2026, 01:18 AM
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Lakhs of devotees immersed Lord Ganesha idols in Mumbai's water bodies amid mixed emotions, as Chief Minister Eknath Shinde observed the farewell procession.
The annual Ganesh Visarjan took place across Mumbai, with lakhs of devotees participating in the immersion of Lord Ganesha idols in seas, lakes and rivers. The event was marked by a blend of devotion and sentiment as families said goodbye to the deity.
Chief Minister Eknath Shinde remarked that the farewell evoked mixed emotions among the massive crowds that gathered to bid adieu to Bappa.
Authorities ensured smooth conduct of the processions, and the immersion concluded peacefully across the city.
Chief Minister Eknath Shinde remarked that the farewell evoked mixed emotions among the massive crowds that gathered to bid adieu to Bappa.
Authorities ensured smooth conduct of the processions, and the immersion concluded peacefully across the city.