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IN PHOTOS | Ganeshotsav 2026: Sion Ganpati pandal highlights Marathi language preservation

Updated On: 17 September, 2026 09:57 PM IST | Tarun Verma

A Ganpati pandal in Pratiksha Nagar in Sion East area of Mumbai, has drawn attention with a theme focused on preserving and promoting the Marathi language. A replica of a Marathi-medium school forms the centrepiece of the installation during Ganeshotsav 2026 (Pics/Special Arrangement)

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Shree Siddhivinayak Krupa Sarvjanik Ganeshutsav Mandal in Pratiksha Nagar, Sion (E) draws attention with a theme centred on the preservation and promotion of the Marathi language
Shree Siddhivinayak Krupa Sarvjanik Ganeshutsav Mandal in Pratiksha Nagar, Sion (E) draws attention with a theme centred on the preservation and promotion of the Marathi language
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Through the display, the organisers have sought to underline the importance of preserving Marathi while encouraging people to learn and respect other languages
Through the display, the organisers have sought to underline the importance of preserving Marathi while encouraging people to learn and respect other languages
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One of the key attractions at the pandal is a replica of a Marathi-medium school, created as part of the theme
One of the key attractions at the pandal is a replica of a Marathi-medium school, created as part of the theme
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Ganeshotsav, one of Maharashtra’s most widely celebrated festivals, is being observed from September 14 to September 25 this year, with devotees installing Lord Ganesha idols and participating in prayers, cultural activities and immersion processions
Ganeshotsav, one of Maharashtra’s most widely celebrated festivals, is being observed from September 14 to September 25 this year, with devotees installing Lord Ganesha idols and participating in prayers, cultural activities and immersion processions
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Ganesh festival in Mumbai bring neighbourhoods together through decorations, music, performances, social initiatives and public messages on various issues
Ganesh festival in Mumbai bring neighbourhoods together through decorations, music, performances, social initiatives and public messages on various issues
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The pandal in Sion has been attracting visitors who are stopping to read the messages and view the school-themed installation as part of Mumbai Ganeshotsav celebrations
The pandal in Sion has been attracting visitors who are stopping to read the messages and view the school-themed installation as part of Mumbai Ganeshotsav celebrations

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