{
  "id": 7256831,
  "title": "Lalbaugcha Raja 2026 Guide: Darshan Timings, How To Book Online Tickets And VIP Pass Prices To See Mumbai’s Grand Idol In-Person",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/14/lalbaugcha-raja-2026-guide-darshan-timings-how-to-book-online-tickets",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-09-14T06:12:54.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Free Press Journal",
    "slug": "free-press-journal",
    "url": "https://www.freepressjournal.in/lifestyle/lalbaugcha-raja-2026-guide-darshan-timings-how-to-book-online-tickets-and-vip-pass-prices-to-see-mumbais-grand-idol-in-person"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Lalbaugcha Raja, an iconic pandal in Mumbai, is an essential destination for Ganesh Chaturthi celebrations in 2026. To help devotees plan their visit, here is a guide to darshan timings, how to book online tickets, and VIP pass prices. The first look of Lalbaugcha Raja was revealed on September 11, 2026, with darshan commencing on September 14, 2026, and continuing until September 25, 2026.\n\nGeneral Darshan, Mukh Darshan, and Charan Sparsha Darshan are the three primary options available. General Darshan usually begins around 5:00 AM, while Mukh Darshan and Charan Sparsha Darshan both typically start at around 6:00 AM and remain available throughout the day. To avoid the rush, plan your visit accordingly based on your choice of darshan.",
  "summary": "Mumbai’s Ganeshotsav is incomplete without a visit to the iconic Lalbaugcha Raja. With thousands of devotees on their way to the popular pandal, knowing the darshan timings and ticket details can make your visit easier. Here’s everything you need to know about seeing Lalbaugcha Raja in person during Ganesh Chaturthi 2026.",
  "key_points": [
    "Lalbaugcha Raja's first look revealed on September 11, 2026",
    "Darshan starts September 14, 2026, ends September 25, 2026",
    "Three darshan options: General, Mukh, Charan Sparsha"
  ],
  "editors_take": "This guide helps devotees plan their visit to Lalbaugcha Raja by providing darshan timings and ticket booking details, allowing them to make informed decisions to avoid the rush during peak Ganesh Chaturthi celebrations.",
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
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  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}