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12-Foot Ganesh Idol Falls in Kurla, 2 Injured

Ganesh idol topples in Kurla, injuring two. Second incident this year.

Mumbai Alert · City Desk
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City Desk · Mumbai Alert News · Tue, 08 September 2026 at 09:38 pm
12-Foot Ganesh Idol Falls in Kurla, 2 Injured

A 12-foot tall Ganesh idol fell while being transported in Kurla, resulting in two people being injured. The incident occurred when the idol lost balance while crossing a speed breaker.

The idol was being taken from Belbazar to Dharavi by the Om Shakti Welfare Foundation, associated with the Prem Nagarcha Maharaja Ganesh mandal. Two people, Santosh Jaiswar and Rohit Jaiswar, suffered minor injuries and were taken to Bhabha Hospital for treatment.

This is the second incident of a Ganesh idol falling during this year's Ganeshotsav preparations in Mumbai. The first incident occurred in Bhuleshwar.

Ganeshotsav is a significant festival in Mumbai, with numerous Ganesh mandals setting up idols across the city. The festival preparations involve transporting large idols to different locations, which can sometimes lead to accidents.

The Om Shakti Welfare Foundation and the Prem Nagarcha Maharaja Ganesh mandal are among the many organizations that participate in the Ganeshotsav celebrations. The foundation and the mandal had organized the transportation of the idol, which was supposed to be installed in Dharavi.

After the incident, the idol was immersed in the nearby Sheetal Talao. The immersion was carried out as per the traditions and rituals of the Ganeshotsav festival.

The incident highlights the need for careful planning and execution during the transportation of large idols. The authorities and the organizers must ensure that the idols are safely transported to avoid any accidents or injuries.

Ganeshotsav is a time of great celebration and joy in Mumbai, with people from all walks of life coming together to worship and celebrate. However, the festival also requires careful planning and execution to ensure that it is celebrated safely and without any incidents.

In recent years, there have been several incidents of Ganesh idols falling or getting damaged during the festival preparations. The authorities and the organizers have been working to improve the safety measures and avoid such incidents.

The incident in Kurla is a reminder of the importance of safety and careful planning during the Ganeshotsav celebrations. The festival is a significant part of Mumbai's culture and tradition, and it is essential to ensure that it is celebrated safely and without any incidents.

The Ganeshotsav festival is expected to continue with great fervor and enthusiasm in Mumbai, with people participating in the celebrations and worshiping the Ganesh idols. The incident in Kurla is a minor setback, but it highlights the need for careful planning and execution to ensure that the festival is celebrated safely and without any incidents.

In conclusion, the incident of the 12-foot Ganesh idol falling in Kurla is a reminder of the importance of safety and careful planning during the Ganeshotsav celebrations. The festival is a significant part of Mumbai's culture and tradition, and it is essential to ensure that it is celebrated safely and without any incidents.

Frequently asked questions

What happened to the 12-foot Ganesh idol in Kurla?

The idol fell while being transported, injuring two people.

Where was the idol being taken?

The idol was being taken from Belbazar to Dharavi.

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