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IN PHOTOS | Ganesh Visarjan: 383 artificial ponds, 67 immersion sites — a look at Mumbai's preparations

Updated On: 18 September, 2026 06:30 PM IST | Divya Nair

Mumbai is gearing up for Ganesh Visarjan 2026, with the BMC setting up more than 383 artificial ponds and preparing 67 natural immersion sites across the city. More than 25,000 civic personnel, lifeguards, ambulances, motorboats and other facilities have been deployed for the immersion process. PICS/BMC

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The BMC has arranged 12 artificial ponds, 22 rafts, 90 toilets, 22 nirmalya kalash, a primary healthcare centre, 548 floodlights, and 11 searchlights at Chowpatty. PIC/BMC
The BMC has arranged 12 artificial ponds, 22 rafts, 90 toilets, 22 nirmalya kalash, a primary healthcare centre, 548 floodlights, and 11 searchlights at Chowpatty. PIC/BMC
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In a press release issued on Friday, the civic body said it has also deployed more than 25,000 officials and employees at immersion sites, while arrangements include 1,194 steel plates, 23 German rafts, 34 cranes, 85 ambulances, and 10 motorboats for the immersions to take place smoothly
In a press release issued on Friday, the civic body said it has also deployed more than 25,000 officials and employees at immersion sites, while arrangements include 1,194 steel plates, 23 German rafts, 34 cranes, 85 ambulances, and 10 motorboats for the immersions to take place smoothly
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Swaraajyabhoomi, also known as Chowpatty, is among the key immersion locations in the city. The BMC has set up a primary healthcare centre at the immersion site to ensure that the visarjan process takes place smoothly
Swaraajyabhoomi, also known as Chowpatty, is among the key immersion locations in the city. The BMC has set up a primary healthcare centre at the immersion site to ensure that the visarjan process takes place smoothly
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The civic has also arranged 12 artificial ponds, 20 observation towers, 22 rafts, 90 toilets, 22 nirmalya kalash, 48 floodlights, and 11 searchlights at Chowpatty
The civic has also arranged 12 artificial ponds, 20 observation towers, 22 rafts, 90 toilets, 22 nirmalya kalash, 48 floodlights, and 11 searchlights at Chowpatty
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According to the BMC, the artificial ponds have been set up at 278 locations across Mumbai. Natural immersion sites have been equipped with various facilities for idols above six feet in height
According to the BMC, the artificial ponds have been set up at 278 locations across Mumbai. Natural immersion sites have been equipped with various facilities for idols above six feet in height
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Citizens have been asked to follow instructions issued by the BMC and police administration during the immersion process
Citizens have been asked to follow instructions issued by the BMC and police administration during the immersion process
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The BMC has also arranged 498 nirmalya kalash, 326 nirmalya dumpers, 261 reception centres, 228 control rooms, and 75 observation towers. A total of 1,132 lifeguards and 6,052 floodlights and searchlights will be deployed, along with 489 temporary toilets
The BMC has also arranged 498 nirmalya kalash, 326 nirmalya dumpers, 261 reception centres, 228 control rooms, and 75 observation towers. A total of 1,132 lifeguards and 6,052 floodlights and searchlights will be deployed, along with 489 temporary toilets
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Deputy Municipal Commissioner (Zone 2) and Ganeshotsav coordinator Prashant Sapkale appealed to citizens to participate in the festival in a safe, eco-friendly, clean and disciplined manner
Deputy Municipal Commissioner (Zone 2) and Ganeshotsav coordinator Prashant Sapkale appealed to citizens to participate in the festival in a safe, eco-friendly, clean and disciplined manner
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The 67 natural immersion sites include 44 beaches and jetties and 23 natural lakes.
The 67 natural immersion sites include 44 beaches and jetties and 23 natural lakes. 

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