New Delhi: The holy festival of Ganesh Chaturthi 2026 has started from today i.e. 14th September. The special splendour of Ganeshotsav is being seen in Mumbai. Grand Ganpati pandals have been decorated in different parts of the city, where a large number of devotees are coming for darshan. Among these, Lalbaugcha Raja’s pandal is included among the most prominent attractions. Like every year, this time too there is special enthusiasm among the devotees regarding the darshan of Bappa. Ganeshotsav will conclude with Ganpati Visarjan on Anant Chaturdashi on September 25.
How will Lalbaugcha Raja look in 2026?
The first look of Lalbaugcha Raja 2026 is attracting the attention of Ganesha devotees. The first glimpse of Bappa appeared on the evening of 11th September. This time Lalbaugcha Raja is seen sitting in a traditional maroon colored dhoti. His appearance looks very grand and divine. The pandal has also been decorated in an attractive manner. Grand entrance gates, golden colored decorations and many religious symbols are visible here. A glimpse of the huge Shivalinga with symbols associated with Lord Shiva can also be seen at the main entrance.
When did the darshan of Lalbaugcha Raja start?
General darshan of Lalbaugcha Raja has started from 5 am on 14th September. Whereas for Mukha Darshan and Charan Sparsh Darshan, queues usually start forming from 6 am in the morning. Devotees can stand in queue throughout the day to have darshan of Bappa. However, keeping in view the crowd and security arrangements, the time of darshan can also be changed.
When will the Aarti of Lalbaugcha Raja take place?
The worship and aarti of Lalbaugcha Raja will take place at three main times of the day.
- Morning puja: 6 am to 7 am.
- Afternoon Puja: 1 pm to 2 pm
- Evening Puja: From 7 pm to 8 pm.
During these times, along with the puja-aarti, devotees will also be able to have darshan of Ganpati Bappa.
Is there a need for buying a ticket for the darshan of Lalbaugcha Raja?
No ticket is required for general face darshan and charan sparsh darshan. Devotees can have darshan of Bappa by standing in the normal queue. There is a provision of tickets for VIP darshan. According to the given information, the price of VIP ticket has not been revealed yet.
How to book Lalbaugcha Raja Darshan ticket online?
To book ticket online, you will have to go to the official website of Lalbaugcha Raja and register or login with your mobile number. After this, go to the online booking section and select the darshan ticket option. After that you will have to select the type of darshan, date and available time slot and fill the necessary personal information and ID proof information. After completing the payment, the ticket will be received on mobile number or email. Information has been given to keep the printed copy of the ticket with you at the time of darshan.
Can darshan of Lalbaugcha Raja even while sitting at home?
If you are not able to go to Mumbai and have darshan of Lalbaugcha Raja, then you can have darshan of Bappa even sitting at home. According to the information given, darshan and aarti are telecast live on the official YouTube channel and social media platforms of Lalbaugcha Raja. With this, devotees can have darshan of Bappa even sitting at home.
