Lalbaugcha Raja in Mumbai: Know Location, History and How To Reach the Most Popular Ganesh Pandal of the City
Lalbaughcha Raja is one of the most popular Ganesh pandals in the city of Mumbai. The strong faith of the people draws devotees from across cities and states. In this article, we tell you more about the history of this Ganesha idol and how to reach there.
One of the most exciting festive times of the year, Ganesh Chaturthi is soon approaching. The festival began on September 19, 2023. The festival is celebrated all over the country, but everyone has heard and knows of Lalbaughcha Raja, one of the most popular Ganesh pandals in the city of Mumbai. The strong faith of the people draws devotees from across cities and states. In this article, we tell you more about the history of this Ganesha idol and how to reach there. Mumbai Cha Raja Ganesh Idol in Mumbai: History, Theme and How To Reach Ganesh Galli Cha Raja.
Lalbaugcha Raja History
Lalbaugcha Raja Sarvajanik Ganeshotsav Mandal was founded in 1934 at Lalbaug Market by fishermen of the Koli community. The mandal was formed because of a vow (Navas) for the construction of the present Lalbaug Market today. In 1932, the marketplace at Peru Chawl was shut down which left the vendors and fishermen with no roofs for selling their produce. Hence, the local fishermen and vendors vowed to Lord Ganesha to create a permanent place for their market. Later local residents and landlord Rajabai Tayyabali agreed to dedicate a plot to construct the market. The fishermen and traders established the Ganesha idol on 12 September 1934 in gratitude. Ever since it became a tradition and grew popular as the idol which will grant your wishes. Tejukaya Cha Raja Ganpati in Mumbai: History, Theme and How To Reach the Popular Ganeoshtsav Mandal.
The Lalbaugcha Raja Ganapati idol was made by Kambli Arts and since then has been protected by the same family for over eight decades. Lalbaugcha Raja Ratnakar Kambli (the head of the Kambli family) was a sculptor of idols and had roaming exhibitions at festivals across Maharashtra. He began protecting the idol in 1935 when some of his friends recommended his name to the organizers. The idol’s design is patented and the height of the Ganpati idol is around 18-20 ft. At present, Ratnakar Kambli Jr. has assumed responsibility for the care and upkeep of the idol. GSB Seva Ganpati Mandal in Mumbai: History and How To Reach the Richest Ganesh Mandal in the City.
How to Reach Lalbaugcha Raja?
By Train: Board the local train to Chinchpokali or Byculla Station on Central Line. For the main idol darshan, visitors can reach from Lower Parel station on the Western rail line, and Curry Road station on the Central line.
Those coming from outstation via express trains can reach the nearest stations of Dadar, CST or Mumbai Central and then proceed towards Lalbaug by a local cab.
By Road: Take the route towards Lalbaug via the Eastern Express Highway. If coming by road, the ideal route could be Dinshaw Petit Lane – G.D. Ambedkar Marg in Parel Village – Guru Rani Chowk in Parel.
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