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Eggs Thrown at Mazgaon Ganpati Procession in Mumbai

Tension erupts, FIR registered, police investigate

Mumbai Alert · City Desk
Mumbai Alert · City Desk
City Desk · Mumbai Alert News · Mon, 24 August 2026 at 08:33 am
Eggs Thrown at Mazgaon Ganpati Procession in Mumbai

A tense situation arose in Mumbai's Mazgaon area on Sunday night after eggs were allegedly thrown at the arrival procession of the Mazgaon Cha Morya Ganpati idol.

The incident occurred when the procession was passing around 30 to 40 metres from the pandal, with local residents and Ganesh devotees claiming that the eggs were thrown from a nearby building.

Vivek Rana, deputy secretary of the Ganpati mandal, condemned the incident, calling it objectionable and demanding strict action against those responsible.

Senior police officer Jayant Meena rushed to the spot to pacify the crowd as tensions escalated, urging people to trust the police and allow the law to take its course.

An FIR was registered against unidentified persons following directions from the Mumbai Police Commissioner, and authorities are now examining CCTV footage to identify those allegedly involved.

Hitesh Chandrakant Jadhav, president of the Akhil Sarvajanik Utsav Samiti Maharashtra, claimed that the incident led to a rise in tension and the arrival of a large number of Ganesh devotees in Mazgaon.

The police have registered a non-bailable offence against an unidentified person and assured those present that efforts would be made to identify the accused within 24 hours.

The incident comes just a day after another major Ganesh idol-related incident in the city, and the police are working to ensure that the situation remains under control.

The Ganpati mandal has appealed to devotees and Ganesh mandals to remain calm and wait for further updates from the official mandal channels.

The situation in Mazgaon remains tense, but the police are working to maintain law and order in the area.

The incident has sparked widespread outrage, with many calling for strict action against those responsible.

As the investigation continues, the police are urging people to come forward with any information that may help identify the accused.

The Mazgaon Cha Morya Ganpati idol is one of the most revered and popular Ganesh idols in Mumbai, and the incident has sent shockwaves throughout the city.

The police are working to ensure that the rest of the Ganesh festival passes off peacefully, and are taking all necessary measures to maintain law and order in the city.

The incident is a reminder of the need for communal harmony and respect for all festivals and traditions.

As the city celebrates the Ganesh festival, the police are working to ensure that everyone can do so safely and peacefully.

Frequently asked questions

What happened at the Mazgaon Ganpati procession?

Eggs were allegedly thrown at the procession, leading to a tense situation and an FIR being registered.

Is the police investigating the incident?

Yes, the police are investigating the incident and examining CCTV footage to identify those responsible.

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