Ganesh Utsav is one of the most loved festivals in India, celebrated with devotion and joy across the country. This year, Ganesh Chaturthi falls on 27th August 2025. Devotees bring home eco-friendly clay idols of Lord Ganesha, decorate pandals, and organize bhajans and kirtans. For ten days, the air is filled with chants of “Ganpati Bappa Morya”. Traditional sweets and dishes are prepared, while morning and evening aartis create a deeply spiritual atmosphere.

While Mumbai is considered the heart of Ganesh Utsav—famous for grand pandals like Lalbaugcha Raja, which even Bollywood stars visit—other cities in India also celebrate the festival with equal passion and grandeur.

Pune’s Ganesh Utsav is world-famous, especially the Shreemant Dagdusheth Halwai Ganpati, which attracts lakhs of devotees every year. Public Ganesh Mandals in Pune are known for their unique decorations and cultural programs, making the city’s celebration truly special.

In Hyderabad, Ganesh Utsav is celebrated with massive enthusiasm. The Khairatabad Ganesh idol is one of the tallest in the country and is crafted each year on a unique theme. Another highlight is the Balapur Ganesh, famous for its long-standing tradition of auctioning the first laddu.

In Goa, Ganesh Chaturthi is known as ‘Chavoth’. Unlike big pandals, most families install idols at home. After five days of worship, the idol is immersed with full rituals. The festival in Goa is marked by simplicity, family gatherings, and traditional Konkani customs.

In the capital city, Ganesh Utsav is celebrated with grandeur at several big pandals. Devotees throng to take part in daily aartis and festivities. On the immersion day, idols are carried in processions and immersed in the Yamuna River, with chants and music filling the atmosphere.