Mumbai: Siddhivinayak Temple’s New ‘Riddhi’ Gate Sparks Row Over Traffic, Pedestrian Movement And Communalisation
Mumbai, August 19, 2026: Construction of a new ‘Riddhi’ gate and shaded areas at the Shree Siddhivinayak Temple has been halted following objections raised by residents of several buildings on Kakasaheb Gadgil Marg, who also held a protest on Sunday. The residents have accused former Shiv Sena corporator Samadhan Sarvankar of communalising an issue that, according to them, is primarily about…
Mumbai residents have raised concerns over the construction of a new 'Riddhi' gate and shaded areas at the revered Shree Siddhivinayak Temple. The project, part of a Rs 500-crore redevelopment initiative, has faced opposition due to anticipated traffic and pedestrian movement disruptions, particularly affecting nearby students. Former Shiv Sena corporator Samadhan Sarvankar, who is the son of the temple's trust chairman, alleged that the school had pressured parents into opposing the project through a signature campaign.
However, the school denied any involvement in the matter. Residents also objected to a social media post by Sarvankar questioning the legality of a crucifix at a nearby chapel, which Christian community members said was lawfully erected. The Assistant Municipal Commissioner of G (South) Yogesh Desai pledged to convene a meeting with stakeholders to address the concerns.
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