Mumbai Ganeshotsav 2026: BMC Deploys 25,000 Personnel, Sets Up 383 Artificial Ponds For Ganesh Idol Immersions
Mumbai, September 18: Ahead of Ganesh idol immersions, the BMC has set up 383 artificial ponds across 278 sites and completed arrangements at 67 natural immersion spots, deploying more than 25,000 civic personnel throughout the city. As the city celebrates Ganeshotsav from September 14 to 25, civic authorities have implemented immersion guidelines based on the Bombay High Court’s directive of…
Mumbai, September 18: In preparation for Ganesh idol immersions, the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) has deployed 25,000 civic personnel across the city and established 383 artificial ponds at 278 sites. Simultaneously, 67 natural immersion spots have been enhanced with arrangements. Regulatory guidelines, issued by the Bombay High Court on August 20, specify that idols six feet or shorter must be immersed in the artificial ponds, while those exceeding six feet can only be immersed at the 67 authorized natural sites, which include 44 beaches, jetties, and 23 natural ponds and lakes.
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