Pune Ganesh Visarjan 2026: Kasba Ganpati Leads Procession As Central Pune Sees Heavy Security & Traffic Curbs | WATCH
Pune: Pune's grand Ganesh Visarjan procession began on Friday as the city celebrated Anant Chaturdashi. The first of the Manache Paach Ganpati, Kasba Ganpati, started its ceremonial procession around 9:30 am. The procession began after the traditional puja at the Lokmanya Tilak statue in Mandai. The remaining four Manache Ganpati are following the traditional sequence. Central Pune witnessed…
In Pune, the grand Ganesh Visarjan procession kicked off on Friday, heralding the city's celebration of Anant Chaturdashi. The inaugural Manache Paanch Ganpati, Kasba Ganpati, commenced its ceremonial journey around 9:30 am following a traditional puja at the Lokmanya Tilak statue in Mandai. The remaining four Manache Ganpati idols followed suit, adhering to the established sequence.
Central Pune braced for the event with a significant police presence and stringent traffic regulations, as hundreds of Ganesh mandals prepared to converge on the immersion procession. The first Manache Ganpati, Kasba Ganpati, commenced the procession after an aarti ceremony at Mandai Chowk, symbolizing the city's enthusiasm and devotion.
As part of the preparations, 10,000 police personnel were deployed across the city, complemented by over 3,500 surveillance cameras to bolster security and monitor crowds. Traffic restrictions encompassed 17 major roads, including key avenues like Laxmi Road, Tilak Road, and Kelkar Road, while a 48-hour ban on heavy vehicles came into effect, affecting motorists navigating through central Pune.
Additionally, a GPS-based tracking system was introduced for 40 Ganesh mandals to monitor procession movements and manage traffic flow. Authorities also ensured robust emergency and safety arrangements at major immersion ghats, with 120 lifeguards and 37 fire brigade personnel stationed at 15 key locations to cater to the influx of devotees.
The festivities underscored Pune's vibrant cultural spirit and meticulous planning to ensure a smooth and harmonious celebration.
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