Ganesh Idol Trolley Wheel Slips in Mumbra, Thane

A major accident was narrowly averted in Mumbra, Thane, when a Ganesh idol trolley wheel slipped during a procession. The incident occurred on August 29 at around 1 am, when the idol belonging to the Bhiwandicha Shree Ganesh Mandal was being transported on a trolley.

The trolley's wheel suddenly slipped, reportedly just 500 metres away from the workshop. However, the mandal members immediately stopped it, preventing the Ganesh idol from falling.

The mandal members contacted the Mumbra Police Station for assistance, and with the help of the police, a hydraulic trolley and a JCB were brought to the spot. After nearly three hours of efforts, the Ganesh idol was safely lifted with the help of the JCB and hydraulic trolley.

The damaged trolley was subsequently replaced, following which the journey resumed. Fortunately, no casualties were reported in the incident. However, it remains unclear whether the wheel slipped due to a pothole, the weight of the idol or another reason.

This incident highlights the need for proper safety precautions while transporting large idols during Ganeshotsav celebrations. In a separate incident, two people were crushed to death and five others injured after a 22-foot-tall Ganesh idol fell on them during the arrival ceremony of Bhuleshwaracha Raja in south Mumbai.

The incident occurred on Balaram Merchant Road in Mumbai's Bhuleshwar area, and according to the police investigation, a possible technical failure in the support system holding the massive idol may have led to the collapse.

The Mumbai Fire Brigade, Mumbai Police, traffic police, 108 ambulance service and civic ward staff were immediately mobilised at the spot. The incident cast a shadow over the Ganeshotsav celebrations and left devotees shocked.

The two incidents have raised concerns about the safety of devotees during the Ganeshotsav celebrations. The authorities have been urged to take necessary precautions to prevent such incidents in the future.

In the meantime, the Ganeshotsav celebrations will continue, with devotees flocking to the pandals to catch a glimpse of the idols. The celebrations will conclude on Anant Chaturdashi, which falls on September 9 this year.

The incident in Mumbra has been hailed as a narrow escape, and the quick thinking of the mandal members has been praised. The incident has also highlighted the importance of having emergency services on standby during large events.

As the investigations into the two incidents continue, the authorities have been urged to take a closer look at the safety measures in place during the Ganeshotsav celebrations. The safety of devotees is of paramount importance, and every effort must be made to prevent such incidents in the future.

The Ganeshotsav celebrations are an integral part of Mumbai's cultural heritage, and it is essential that they are conducted in a safe and orderly manner. The authorities must work together to ensure that the celebrations are a success, and that the devotees can participate without any fear of accidents or injuries.