Ganesh Chaturthi is one of the most popular festivals in India, especially in Maharashtra. In Mumbai, Pune, and Nagpur, the craze for bringing Bappa is electrifying, especially in Mumbai. The streets of Mumbai are filled with joy and anticipation for the Ganesh festival. The most famous is the iconic Lalbaugcha Raja. It is a nearly century-old puja pandal. Millions of devotees and visitors visit each year in the city’s most esteemed Ganesh Puja pandal. Here is everything about Mumbai’s iconic Lalbaughcha Raja.
Mumbai’s Nearly 100-year-old Lalbaugcha Raja
Lalbaugcha Raja is the Ganesha idol kept at Lalbaug during the Ganesh Chaturthi festival. It is a locality in Mumbai in Maharashtra.
According to Mumbai Mirror reports, setting up the cost of the pandal and the Ganesh idol can reach up to Rs 1 crore every year. It includes expenses for decoration, security, and the massive infrastructure needed to get together a lot of visitors.
As Ganesh Chaturthi comes closer, Mumbai’s streets become vibrant with excitement, and all eyes will be waiting for the iconic Lalbaugcha Raja. This is one of the oldest puja pandals. It draws 1000 devotees and security personnel each year.
The Lalbaugcha Raja is also known as the King of Lalbaug. It has been the most important place in Mumbai’s Ganesh Chaturthi celebration for almost 100 years. It was established in 1934. The Ganesha pandal started with modest work. However now it has grown into a massive display. It attracts every devotee, locals, and celebrities.
Why You Should Visit LalBaughCha Raja?
The main attraction is the beautiful adoring Ganesh idol, which stands as a symbol of prosperity and blessing. Admirer lines up for hours just to get one glimpse of Lord Ganesha. Sometimes, even for days, they are standing just to offer prayer.
It has an impressive size and elaborate decoration. It is a deep-rooted tradition and team spirit that get it blended. Each year, the organizing department chooses a new and innovative theme. They even follow the theme of decorating the pandal. Making it a fresh and soothing visual every year. The atmosphere of celebration is undeniably very energetic. Their hard work gives every person a heartfelt experience.
According to TOI, “It is true that it cost them almost a crore to set up all this for us. On average, it is said that 50,000 to 60,000 people visit the place every year. Sometimes the number of visitors even crosses 1 lakh on peak days like Ganesh Chaturthi and Anant Chaturdashi.”
Celebrities At LalBaughCha Raja
Bollywood celebrities have also been in line to visit the iconic pandal each time. Over the years, stars like Shah Rukh Khan, Salman Khan, and Amitabh Bachchan visited the place to seek blessings. Even the Ambani family was seen seeking blessings from Bappa.
The Lalbaugcha Raja holds a special place in everyone’s heart. Every person shows gratitude towards Lord Ganesha that day. This place brings lakhs of people together under one roof. It is more than just a religious event. It unites every kind of people for celebration.
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