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Lalbaugcha Raja 2025 Opens With First Aarti as Crowds Pack Mumbai Pandal

The Mandal is offering round-the-clock live streaming through Anant Chaturdashi to widen access beyond swelling in-person queues.

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Vicky Kaushal
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Overview

  • Devotees turned out in large numbers on August 28 for darshan and puja at Mumbai’s iconic Lalbaugcha Raja.
  • The 2025 celebrations began with the first aarti on August 27, marking the start of the 10-day festival.
  • Live streaming of the idol and daily aartis is available 24/7 from August 27 at 5:00 a.m. until Anant Chaturdashi on September 7 via the Mandal’s official channels.
  • This year marks the Mandal’s 92nd observance, with the pandal themed on Lord Tirupati Balaji.
  • Official timings include General Darshan from 5:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m., Charan Sparsha and Mukh Darshan from 6:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m., with online darshan available around the clock.