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In 1893, Lokmanya Bal Gangadhar Tilak initiated the celebration of Ganesh Chaturthi, recognizing its potential to unite the masses against British rule.
The Ganeshotsav celebrations in Mumbai are expected to be more exciting this year, with increased budgets, better provisions for devotees, enhanced security measures, and digital-friendly darshans. Some of the highlights include a 131-year-old traditional pandal with two-feet high Ganpati idols, top-notch security measures at Lalbaugcha Raja, a 22-feet idol and a replica of the Raigad Fort at Ganeshgalli s Mumbaicha Raja, insurance coverage and prasad offerings at GSB Seva Mandal, and a 45-feet tall Ganpati idol at Khetwadi Cha Lambodara.