Ganesh Chaturthi celebrations are set to conclude today with Ganesh Visarjan, the final day of the 10-day Ganeshotsav celebrations which began on August 27.
Devotees gathered in large numbers as Mumbai's iconic Lalbaugcha Raja and Ganesh Gali Ka Raja immersion processionmade its way through south Mumbai towards Girgaon Chowpatty, where the idols will be immersed in the Arabian Sea, marking the culmination of the Ganesh Chaturthi festival.
Immersion processions of Ganesh idols also began in Pune with the first ‘Manacha' (eminent and revered) idol of Kasba Ganesh mandal on Anant Chaturdashi.
The festival marks the worship of Lord Ganesha as the god of new beginnings and remover of obstacles. It culminates on Anantha Chaturdashi and is celebrated with decorated homes, pandals, and vibrant processions.
Here are the Ganesh Visarjan 2025 live updates:
Mumbai Bids Grand Farewell To 'Ganpati Bappa', 18,000 Idols Immersed
A sea of Ganesh devotees braved rains and a bomb threat to bid farewell to their beloved elephant-headed deity amid the beating of 'dhol-tasha' and rising clouds of 'gulal',
More than 18,000 idols of the elephant-headed deity were immersed in various water bodies in Mumbai till 9 pm.
Scores of people perched on road dividers, building terraces, balconies, trees, and even poles to catch a glimpse of the grand finale, as the idols made their way to the city's beaches and other water bodies amid chants of 'Ganpati Bappa Morya, pudhachya varshi lavkar ya' - a fervent wish for the deity's early return next year.
Four Drown During Ganpati Immersion In Pune District
Four people drowned in three separate incidents during Ganapati idol immersion in Chakan area of the district. While a man drowned in a well at Biradwadi village, two men drowned in the Baam river near Waki Budruk during immersion.
"According to preliminary information, the two had ventured into a part of the river outside the designated immersion ghat and drowned as they could not gauge the depth," said inspector Sanjay Solonake of Chakan police station.
A fire officer from Pune Metropolitan Region Development Authority said the body of one person was fished out and the search for the other one was underway.
Another man drowned in the Bhima river at Shel Pimpalgaon during the immersion of a Ganapati idol, police said.
Five Eminent Ganpatis Of Pune Immersed Before Sunset
For the first time in several years, the idols of the five 'manache' (revered or eminent) Ganpatis of Pune city were immersed before 6 pm.
The immersion procession began around 9.30 am with the traditional pomp as Kasba Ganapati, the first among the five 'manache Ganpati', set off towards the river.
The immersion of the other four 'manache' Ganpatis -- Tambadi Jogeshwari, Guruji Talim, Tulshibaug and Kesriwada -- too was over by 5.30 pm. The idol of Dagadusheth Ganpati was immersed around 9.30 pm.
Thousands Of Ganesha Idols Immersed In Telangana
Thousands of idols of Lord Ganesh in various forms and sizes were immersed in water bodies in Hyderabad and other parts of Telangana, marking the conclusion of the 11-day-long Vinayaka Chaviti festivities.
The sprawling Hussain Sagar lake in the city and the roads around it wore a festive look, with thousands of devotees arriving with chants of 'Ganpati Bappa Morya'.
More than 20,000 Ganesh idols were immersed in Hyderabad, including around 10,000 in Hussain Sagar lake itself till 8.15 pm. Over 2.54 lakh idols have been immersed in Greater Hyderabad limits since the last few days.
The immersion of the 69-ft tall Ganesh idol of the pandal at Khairatabad, the main attraction of the Ganesh Chaturthi festivities in Hyderabad, and also the famous Balapur Ganesh in the city were completed in Hussain Sagar lake.
Watch: In Hyderabad, Police Official Joins Celebrations, Transgenders Manage Traffic
VIDEO | Hyderabad: ACP Sanjay Kumar joins the celebration, dancing to devotional beats at the Khairatabad Ganesh procession.#GaneshVisarjan
— Press Trust of India (@PTI_News) September 6, 2025
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VIDEO | In a major step towards inclusivity, Jagtial has become the second district in Telangana, after Hyderabad, to involve transgenders in traffic and crowd management during Ganesh immersions. 11 transgenders were assigned duties in the district to manage the immersion… pic.twitter.com/IJvT6IvfcB
— Press Trust of India (@PTI_News) September 6, 2025
Ganesh Chaturthi 2025: Viral Video Shows Cat Sleeping Peacefully On Lord Ganesh Idol's Arms
A sleepy cat curled up in the arms of a Lord Ganesh idol at a pandal set on the occasion of Ganesh Chaturthi.
Ganesh Visarjan Processions To Watch Out For
The 10-day festivities of Ganesh Chaturthi stand at their culmination, with 'visarjan processions' taking centrestage across the country.
Lalbaugcha Raja, Mumbai
The final journey of Lord Ganesha from the iconic Lalbaugcha Raja pandal also witnessed a grand celebration on the last day of the festival. In videos, the idol could be seen being showered with water and sindoor (vermillion), creating a visual spectacle.
Lokmanya Bal Gangadhar Tilak Chowk, Maharashtra
People in large numbers gathered to witness the grand celebrations at the Lokmanya Bal Gangadhar Tilak Chowk. In visuals, the giant Ganpati idol could be seen moving in the crowd while arrangements were also made for cultural programs.
Another pivotal celebration was seen as Mumbai sculptor Arun Datte's Parel Cha Maharaja Ganpati idol was taken out for immersion.
Balapur Ganesh, Telangana
The Balapur Ganesh, renowned for its Lord Ganesh laddu auction, embarked on the immersion procession with traditional bhajans.
Khairatabad Ganapati, Telangana
A grand procession was taken for the immersion of the Khairatabad 69-feet Lord Ganesh idol in Hyderabad, marking a successful completion of the festivities in its 71st year.
Man who sent bomb threat message to Mumbai police arrested in Noida
A man has been arrested in Noida for allegedly sending a message to the Mumbai Police and threatening dozens of blasts in the city where Ganesh festival celebrations are underway.
In Pics: How Girgaon Chowpatty Looks Before And During Visarjan
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Hours Before Ganesh Idol Immersion, Minor Killed In Car Accident Near Mumbai's Lalbaugcha Raja Ganesh Pandal
Hours before the famous Lalbaugcha Raja Ganesh pandal readied to take out the idol immersion procession, a minor was killed and one person was injured in a car accident within the premises.
Pics: Mumbai Joins Immersion Processions In Lakhs Despite Rains
Lalbaugcha Raja Arrives At Mumbai's Chinchpokli Railway Station
Telangana Chief Minister Inspects Ganesha Idols Immersion At Hyderabad Lake
Telangana Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy on Saturday inspected the immersion of Ganesha idols at the Hussain Sagar lake here where the process was underway on a large scale.
21-kg Ganesh Laddu Auctioned For Rs 35 Lakh
The 'laddu' at the famous pandal at Telangana's Balapur was auctioned for Rs 35 lakh.
Last year, Bharatiya Janata Party leader Kolan Shankar Reddy purchased the laddu for Rs 30.01 lakh.
Lingala Dasharath Goud of Karmanghat placed the winning bid after trying for five years. He told PTI, "Since 2019, I've been trying and by God's grace, I finally got it."
Watch: MLA Joins Ganesh Immersion Celebrations In Hyderabad
VIDEO | Hyderabad: Khairatabad MLA Danam Nagender dances joyfully at the Bada Ganesh immersion procession, spreading festive cheer among devotees.#BadaGanesh #Hyderabad #DanamNagender
— Press Trust of India (@PTI_News) September 6, 2025
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How Western Railway Is Managing Pilgrim Rush Near Mumbai's Biggest Immersion Spot
As Ganesh visarjan picks up pace, Western Railways has put in place special measures and train schedules to manage rush at Mumbai's Charni Road station, which lies opposite the city's biggest immersion spot Girgaon Chowpatty.
On Saturday, all fast up locals will halt at all stations between Churchgate and Mumbai Central from 5 pm till 8.30 pm. Slow up slow locals will not halt at Charni Road station on Platform No 2 between 5 pm and 11.30 pm.
गणपति बाप्पा मोरया 🙏✨
— Western Railway (@WesternRly) September 6, 2025
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आपकी सुरक्षा में WR तैयार 🚆💙
गिरगांव चौपाटी आने वाले भक्तों की सुविधा के लिए पश्चिम रेलवे ने चर्नी रोड स्टेशन पर व्यापक इंतजाम एवं विशेष व्यवस्थाएं की हैं।#GanapatiBappaMorya #Ganpativisarjan2025 #GanpatiVisarjan #GanpatiBappa… pic.twitter.com/TpA0FMPCg7
Watch: Ajit Pawar Plays Dhol During Ganpati Visarjan
Joining crores of revellers across the state, Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar played the dhol as Ganesh immersion processions began in Pune.
Watch: Ganesh Visarjan Underway In Gujarat's Surat
#WATCH | Surat, Gujarat: The Ganpati Visarjan ceremony is currently underway, with a crowd gathering at the seashore. Police have been deployed to ensure security. pic.twitter.com/nJAlDHddvR
— ANI (@ANI) September 6, 2025
Ganesh Visarjan Processions In Hyderabad
Immersion of the 69-ft tall Ganesh idol, installed at the famous pandal at Hussain Sagar lake in Hyderabad's Khairatabad is underway.
VIDEO | Hyderabad: Immersion of the 69-ft tall Ganesh idol, installed at the famous pandal at Khairatabad, underway. Drone visuals from Hussain Sagar lake. #GaneshVisarjan2025 #Hyderabad
— Press Trust of India (@PTI_News) September 6, 2025
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Mumbai Gives Rain-Soaked Farewell To 'Bappa'
Beats of 'dhol-tasha' and clouds of 'gulal' rose in the air as faithfuls thronged the streets of Mumbai on Saturday, braving the rains for immersion processions of Ganesh idols on Anant Chaturdashi, the last and final day of the 10-day Ganpati festival.
According to the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation, 405 Ganesh idols, including 11 belonging to Sarvajanik mandals, were immersed in natural water bodies and artificial ponds created by the civic body by 12 noon.
VIDEO | Maharashtra: Ganesha immersion processions pass through Girgaon. Mumbai bids a heartfelt goodbye to 'Bappa'. Visuals from Marina Building.#GaneshVisarjan2025
— Press Trust of India (@PTI_News) September 6, 2025
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Shiv Sena's Shaina NC Extends Ganeshotsav Greetings
Shiv Sena leader Shaina NC on Saturday extended Ganeshotsav greetings. Sharing a post on X, she wrote, "Visited and had darshan of Ganpati Bappa, who is residing at the home of Mr. Sanjeev Jaiswal , Vice President and Chief Executive Officer of Mhada. On this occasion, we extended Ganeshotsav greetings to all family members."
Visited and had darshan of Ganpati Bappa, who is residing at the home of Mr. Sanjeev Jaiswal , Vice President and Chief Executive Officer of Mhada. On this occasion, we extended Ganeshotsav greetings to all family members. @mhadaofficial @mieknathshinde @DrSEShinde pic.twitter.com/4Glpei51MG
— Shaina Chudasama Munot (@ShainaNC) September 6, 2025
Devendra Fadnavis Performs Ganesh Aarti At His Mumbai Residence
Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis performed Ganesh aarti at his residence in Mumbai, as today marks the end of the Ganesh Chaturthi festivities.
Earlier in the day, Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar, along with his wife, also performed Anant Chaturthi pooja at Shrimant Dagdusheth Halwai Ganpati Temple in Pune on Saturday.यान्तु देवगणा: सर्वे पूजामादाय मामकीम्।
— Devendra Fadnavis (@Dev_Fadnavis) September 6, 2025
इष्टकामसमृद्धयर्थं पुनर्अपि पुनरागमनाय च॥
दिवस ११वा अनंत चतुर्दशीचा...
आपल्या वर्षा निवासस्थानी श्री गणरायाची सहकुटुंब आरती केली. गेले दहा दिवस गणरायाच्या सानिध्यात कसे गेले ते कळलेच नाही. आज बाप्पांना निरोप देण्याची वेळ आली आहे.
यावेळी… pic.twitter.com/gnfBCxHL8z
आज पुण्यातील अखिल मंडई मंडळ येथे भेट देऊन श्रीगणरायाची आरती केली व मनोभावे दर्शन घेतले. यावेळी सर्व समाजघटकाच्या सुख, शांती आणि प्रगतीसाठी प्रार्थना केली.
— Ajit Pawar (@AjitPawarSpeaks) September 6, 2025
गणपती बाप्पा मोरया🌺🙏#GanapatiBappaMorya pic.twitter.com/YjhCz0KtTV
Lord Ganesh Visarjan Procession Begins In Nagpur
The procession for the immersion of Nagpur Cha Raja began in Maharashtra's Nagpur.
#WATCH | The 'visarjan procession' for the immersion of Nagpur Cha Raja begins in Nagpur, Maharashtra#GaneshChaturthi2025 pic.twitter.com/F5wFOmMY2S
— ANI (@ANI) September 6, 2025
Mumbai Dances To 'Dhol-Tasha' As Ganesh Visarjan Begins
Beats of 'dhol-tasha' rang in the air as faithfuls thronged the streets of Mumbai on Saturday, braving the rains for immersion processions of Ganesh idols on Anant Chaturdashi, the last and final day of the 10-day Ganpati festival.
At Lalbaug in central Mumbai, famous for its iconic Ganapati mandals, the processions began with the immersion journeys of idols of Tejukaya, Ganesh Gully, and several other mandals.
VIDEO | Mumbai: Immersion procession of Ganesh Gali Ka Raja, Lalbaug, begins.
— Press Trust of India (@PTI_News) September 6, 2025
Devotees gather in large numbers as the iconic Ganesh Gali Ka Raja immersion procession kicks off, marking the culmination of the Ganesh Chaturthi festival.#GaneshVisarjan #Lalbaug #MumbaiFestivals… pic.twitter.com/l5v67K5PU5
Immersion Of Lord Ganesh Idols Underway In Hyderabad
Ganesh idols were being immersed in Hyderabad's Hussain Sagar lake and at other water bodies, with police and government officials making arrangements for the smooth conduct of processions on the final day of immersion.
The Hyderabad Traffic Police in a post on X said, "Khairatabad Bada Ganesh Ji Shobha Yatra begins! The grand immersion procession of the Khairatabad Bada Ganesh ji has started from Khairatabad Mandapam towards Hussain Sagar. Devotees line the streets with chants and devotion."
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— Hyderabad Traffic Police (@HYDTP) September 6, 2025
🚩 Khairatabad Bada Ganesh Ji Shobha Yatra begins!
The grand immersion procession of the Khairatabad Bada Ganesh ji has started from Khairatabad Mandapam towards Hussain Sagar.
Devotees line the streets with chants and devotion. 🚛🎉🪔
🙏 #GaneshVisarjan2025… pic.twitter.com/PZMVDj9Ng7
Advanced Technology To Aid Real-Time Monitoring
Mumbai Police will also rely on modern surveillance technology to manage crowd and traffic dynamics. Over 10,000 AI-enabled CCTV cameras will monitor key routes and immersion points. More than 50 drones will be deployed to capture aerial footage and assess real-time crowd conditions.
Massive Police Deployment For Ganesh Visarjan Traffic Management
On the day of Ganesh idol immersion, thousands of police personnel will be deployed across Mumbai to manage the anticipated surge in traffic and ensure smooth movement for devotees. Joint Commissioner of Traffic, Anil Kumbhar, stated that 2,826 traffic policemen will be on the roads, supported by 4 Deputy Commissioners of Police (DCPs), 8 Assistant Commissioners of Police (ACPs), 60 Police Inspectors (PIs), 179 Assistant Police Inspectors (APIs) and Police Sub-Inspectors (PSIs)
Ganesh Visarjan Processions Begin Across Mumbai
More than 21,000 police personnel have been deployed in Mumbai to maintain law and order during idol immersions on Anant Chaturdashi.
VIDEO | Mumbai: Ganesh Visarjan processions begin across the city.
— Press Trust of India (@PTI_News) September 6, 2025
More than 21,000 police personnel have been deployed in Mumbai to maintain law and order during idol immersions on Anant Chaturdashi, the tenth and final day of the Ganesh festival.
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Bhupendra Patel Extends Greetings To Citizens On Anant Chaturdashi
Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel extended his wishes on the festival Anant Chaturdashi. Sharing a post on X, he wrote, "Heartfelt congratulations to all of you on the sacred festival of Anant Chaturdashi. May the blessings of the remover of obstacles, Lord Shri Ganeshji, continuously shower upon our state and country, may our obstacles be removed, and may everyone's life be filled with joy, peace, prosperity, and virtues-such is our prayer."
અનંત ચતુર્દશીના પાવન પર્વની આપ સૌને હાર્દિક શુભકામનાઓ.
— Bhupendra Patel (@Bhupendrapbjp) September 6, 2025
વિઘ્નહર્તા દેવ શ્રીગણેશજીના આશીર્વાદ આપણા રાજ્ય અને દેશ પર અવિરત વરસતા રહે, આપણા વિઘ્નો દૂર થાય અને સૌનું જીવન આનંદ, શાંતિ, સમૃદ્ધિ અને સદગુણોથી પરિપૂર્ણ રહે એવી પ્રાર્થના. pic.twitter.com/RKlY0mgV4j
Devendra Fadnavis Extends Wishes On Ananta Chaturdashi
Maharshtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on the occasion of Ananta Chaturdashi extended his wishes and wrote, "With folded hands and full hearts, we bid farewell to Ganesha. May his blessings stay with us until we welcome him again. Wishing everyone a blessed Ananta Chaturdashi."
Ganpati Bappa Morya Pudhchya Varshi Lavkar Ya!
— Devendra Fadnavis (@Dev_Fadnavis) September 6, 2025
With folded hands and full hearts, we bid farewell to Ganesha. May his blessings stay with us until we welcome him again. Wishing everyone a blessed Ananta Chaturdashi!
आज अनंत चतुर्दशी
जाहले भजन आम्ही नमितो तव चरणा। वारुनिया विघ्नें… pic.twitter.com/SA1SzCPzWN
Mumbai Traffic Police Issues Traffic Advisory
In view of Anant Chaturdashi and Ganpati Visarjan, the Mumbai Traffic Police had issued traffic advisory and said that the Western Suburbs of Mumbai will have special traffic arrangements in place.
In view of Anant Chaturdashi & Ganpati Visarjan following traffic arrangements will be in place in Western Suburbs of Mumbai.
— Mumbai Traffic Police (@MTPHereToHelp) September 5, 2025
Citizens are requested to plan their commute accordingly.#MTPTrafficUpdates https://t.co/SY0R0p9e8z
Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini Extends Wishes
Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini on the occasion of Ganesh Visarjan extended his wishes. Sharing a post on X, he wrote, "On the auspicious occasion of immersion of the idol of Lord Shri Ganesha, we pray to him to bring happiness, prosperity and peace in everyone's life."
गणपति बप्पा मोरया!
— Nayab Saini (@NayabSainiBJP) September 6, 2025
मंगलमूर्ति मोरया!
भगवान श्री गणेश जी के प्रतिमा विसर्जन के पावन अवसर पर उनसे प्रार्थना है कि सभी के जीवन में सुख, समृद्धि और शांति का संचार करें। pic.twitter.com/QlYW9qubPU
