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IN PHOTOS: Parelcha Raja in Mumbai honours Lord Ram and Ayodhya temple

Updated On: 29 August, 2025 10:40 PM IST | Anushree Gaikwad

Every Ganesh festival, Mumbai’s Parel transforms into a hub of devotion and festivities, with the iconic Parelcha Raja drawing thousands of devotees for worship. This year, the mandal has decided a unique theme to honour Lord Ram and the Ayodhya Ram temple in Uttar Pradesh. (PICS/ SPECIAL ARRANGEMENT)

Every Ganesh festival, Mumbai’s Parel transforms into a hub of devotion and festivities, with the iconic Parelcha Raja drawing thousands of devotees for worship. This year, the mandal has decided a unique theme to honour Lord Ram and the Ayodhya Ram temple in Uttar Pradesh. (PICS/ SPECIAL ARRANGEMENT)

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Every Ganesh festival, Mumbai’s Parel transforms into a hub of devotion and festivities, with the iconic Parelcha Raja drawing thousands of devotees for worship. This year, the mandal has decided a unique theme to honour Lord Ram and the Ayodhya Ram temple in Uttar Pradesh. (PICS/ SPECIAL ARRANGEMENT)
<p>The grand aagman ceremony held earlier had already set the festive mood across the vicinity, with chants, dhols, and processions lighting up the streets of Parel</p>

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The grand aagman ceremony held earlier had already set the festive mood across the vicinity, with chants, dhols, and processions lighting up the streets of Parel

<p>The pandal is located at Nare Park Ground in Parel, a landmark that has become synonymous with celebrations during Ganeshotsav. Beyond the darshan of Bappa, the ground also comes alive with a vibrant fair every year</p>

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The pandal is located at Nare Park Ground in Parel, a landmark that has become synonymous with celebrations during Ganeshotsav. Beyond the darshan of Bappa, the ground also comes alive with a vibrant fair every year

<p>This fair is not just an extension of the festival but an experience in itself, featuring a towering giant wheel, thrilling rides, and a variety of stalls</p>

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This fair is not just an extension of the festival but an experience in itself, featuring a towering giant wheel, thrilling rides, and a variety of stalls

<p>From traditional street food and sweets to toys, games, and festive trinkets, the fair offers something for everyone, making it a hotspot for families and children after seeking Bappa&rsquo;s blessings</p>

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From traditional street food and sweets to toys, games, and festive trinkets, the fair offers something for everyone, making it a hotspot for families and children after seeking Bappa’s blessings

<p>For many Mumbaikars, visiting Parelcha Raja means emotions</p>

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For many Mumbaikars, visiting Parelcha Raja means emotions

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