Ganesh Chaturthi 2026: 66 kg gold, 335 kg silver & ₹703 cr insurance cover— Inside Mumbai's GSB Seva Mandal preparations
The GSB Seva Mandal in Mumbai has raised its insurance coverage for this year's Ganpati celebrations to ₹703.27 crore, an increase from ₹474 crore in 2025. The festivities will showcase a Ganesh idol adorned with over 66 kg of gold and 335 kg of silver ornaments.
The GSB Seva Mandal in Mumbai has boosted its insurance coverage for this year's Ganesh Chaturthi celebrations to ₹703.27 crore, a significant increase from the ₹474 crore covered in 2025. This increased coverage reflects the organization's commitment to ensuring the safety and security of devotees during the five-day festivities, which will culminate on September 18.
The grand Ganesh idol, adorned with over 66 kg of gold and approximately 335 kg of silver, will be revealed during the Virat Darshan ceremony on September 12. The five-day event, which will commence on September 14, will also see the distribution of food to over 40,000 people daily. The GSB Seva Mandal, one of Mumbai's wealthiest Ganesh mandals, is set to host its 72nd Ganeshotsav, with the idol's unveiling marking the beginning of the celebrations.
The Mandal has taken eco-friendly measures by using materials in the idol's construction and is also reducing paper waste by transitioning to digital receipts. The Mumbai Police have implemented a comprehensive security plan, deploying over 14,000 personnel, including specialized units, to ensure a safe and peaceful celebration.
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