Delay in immersion of Lalbaugcha Raja lasted over 12 hours.
The immersion of the famous Lalbaugcha Raja idol in Mumbai, one of the city's most revered Ganesh idols, was delayed by more than 12 hours on Sunday evening during Ganesh Chaturthi 2025.
Background of the Timings
The immersion times are set by the authorities each year to ensure smooth logistics, safety, and the seamless execution of the grand festival. Well before the start of Ganesh Chaturthi, a precise schedule is prepared for each large idol in Mumbai, including Lalbaugcha Raja.
Common Reasons for Delays
The primary reasons for a significant delay in the Lalbaugcha Raja immersion are:
Crowd Control and Mass Gatherings
The festival sees millions of people celebrating in Mumbai, and Lalbaugcha Raja attracts a particularly large number of devotees. The enormous crowds make it challenging to swiftly lower the heavy, up to 7.5 meters tall, intricately decorated idol into the water.
Traffic and Security Logistics
The procession moves slowly due to temporary road closures for vehicles and extensive security measures taken by the police. Obstacles such as narrow lanes, traffic jams, and emergencies can lead to significant delays.
Traditional Rituals and Celebrations
Before the actual immersion, various religious rituals, dances, and sermons take place. The Lalbaugcha Raja Mandal (the local organising committee) decides when the idol will be bid farewell, often not until midnight, contributing to the delay.
Weather Conditions
Rain or poor weather can slow down the process, especially if the sky is not clear for farewell rituals.
The Incident in 2025
According to the latest reports, there were numerous traffic blockages and large crowds around Lalbaug and the procession towards the immersion site (Girgaon Chowpatty) in 2025. Heavy idols often have to be moved slowly, and there were multiple stoppages on the way.
Step-by-Step Representation of the Process
- A raucous start filled with enthusiasm
- Delayed progress due to crowds
- Multiple stops for photos and devotees
- Logistical challenges during transportation
- Final procession segment (towards the coast)
- Closing ceremony at the immersion site
Conclusion
The immersion of Lalbaugcha Raja 2025 lasted well into the evening of Sunday due to the desire of many devotees to pay their last respects to the idol, coupled with logistical and security challenges—typical factors during the world-renowned Ganesh Chaturthi in Mumbai.
Such delays are common for large idols like Lalbaugcha Raja and are accounted for by the city administration and the Mandals.
In brief: The delay in the immersion was due to crowd control, security measures, traditional rituals, and logistical challenges—typical factors during the famous Ganesh Chaturthi in Mumbai. A determined group of volunteers and local fishermen kept the idol safe and steady for almost three hours. The successful immersion of Lalbaugcha Raja was marked by chants of "Ganpati Bappa Morya" and "Lalbaugcha Rajacha Vijay Aso." The water level made it unsafe to immediately immerse the huge idol into the sea.
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