Updated On: 22 August, 2025 04:35 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
A total of 10 special bus routes have been planned to cover important areas like Fort, Girgaon, Khetwadi, Lalbaug, and Parel, where thousands visit for Ganpati darshan

BEST officials said that the night services will help reduce traffic congestion and make public transport more accessible during the festive season. Representational Pic/File
Ahead of the Ganesh festival 2025, the Brihanmumbai Electric Supply and Transport (BEST) on Friday announced special late-night bus services for Ganpati devotees during 10-day festival.
The Ganesh festival will be celebrated from August 27 to September 6, 2025, and large crowds are expected across Mumbai, especially in South and Central Mumbai during late-night hours, officials said.
"To assist devotees and ease night-time travel, BEST will be running special late-night bus services. These additional services will run between August 27 and September 5 to cater to the increased demand during Ganesh Chaturthi," the BEST said.