Leading the Ganesh idol to the sea for Visarjan at Girgaum chowpatty in Mumbai, India
Mumbai Ganesh Visarjan
Performing the final "arti" of Lord Ganesh before immersing it in the water at Girgaum chowpatty in Mumbai, India
Mumbai Ganesh Visarjan
Devotees gather at the Girgaum chowpatty in Mumbai for visarjan of their favourite deity, Lord Ganesh
Capturing memories of Lord Ganesh on the Visarjan day of the Ganesh festival
Mumbai Ganesh Visarjan
Huge crowds of devotees walk for hours in the Ganesh Visarjan procession - at Lalbaug in Mumbai, India
Celebration after success at Dahi Handi in Thane, India
A rush of celebration after the rush of success! The Govindas celebrate their success with the same passion with which they climb up. Read the full story of Janmashtami celebrations in Mumbai.
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Celebration after success at Dahi Handi in Thane, India
The celebrations by the Govindas after successfully forming the pyramids and getting safely back on the ground are a sight in itself! Read the full story of Janmashtami celebrations in Mumbai.
Celebration after success at Dahi Handi in Thane, India
A rush of celebration after the rush of success! The Govindas celebrate their success with the same passion with which they climb up. Read the full story of Janmashtami celebrations in Mumbai.
Celebration after success at Dahi Handi in Thane, India
A rush of celebration after the rush of success! The Govindas celebrate their success with the same passion with which they climb up. Read the full story of Janmashtami celebrations in Mumbai.
The biceps that bore the entire pyramid, at Dahi Handi in Thane, India
The brave, strong daredevils who provide the base on the ground for the pyramid to rise break into a well deserved dance after the success of forming a 8 layered human pyramid. Read the full story of Janmashtami celebrations in Mumbai.
Preparing for the climb for Dahi Handi in Thane, India
This is a ritual followed by every group, a vow before the action. Read the full story of Janmashtami celebrations in Mumbai.
Group gathers at the centre for Dahi Handi, Thane, India
All the members of the Govinda pathak get to the centre to start the formation of the pyramid. Read the full story of Janmashtami celebrations in Mumbai.
Govindas tumble at a Dahi Handi in Thane, India
The tumble is hard and dangerous. The climb to the top is an act of synchronised skill. But there is no rhyme or rhythm in the fall. Read the full story of Janmashtami celebrations in Mumbai.
Tumbling down is part of the game at Dahi Handi in Thane, India
Not all attempts of the climb to the Dahi Handi are successful. Read the full story of Janmashtami celebrations in Mumbai.
Govindas tumble at a Dahi Handi in Thane, India
The tumble is hard and dangerous. The climb to the top is an act of synchronised skill. But there is no rhyme or rhythm in the fall. Read the full story of Janmashtami celebrations in Mumbai.
Aerial shot of a 8 layered human pyramid at Dahi Handi in Thane, India
This is what a fully formed pyramid looks like from high above. Read the full story of Janmashtami celebrations in Mumbai.
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Level by level, to the top at Dahi Handi in Thane, India
They are a labour of love, these human pyramids! Read the full story of Janmashtami celebrations in Mumbai.
Everything begins with a prayer, Dahi Handi at Thane, India
The members of the Govinda pathak say a quick quiet prayer before the formation of the human pyramid. Read the full story of Janmashtami celebrations in Mumbai.
Human pyramid at Dahi Handi, Thane, India
This is what it's all about. Dare devils called Govindas form precariously balanced human pyramids in an attempt to reach the coveted Dahi Handi. Read the full story of Janmashtami celebrations in Mumbai.
Strategising the climb for Dahi Handi at Thane, India
The Govinda Pathaks, as these groups are called, have an in house coach who helps them strategize the formation of the human pyramid. Read the full story of Janmashtami celebrations in Mumbai.
Joy after victory at Dahi Handi in Thane, India
Water shower in the instant reward for the Govindas after successfully forming the human pyramids. Read the full story of Janmashtami celebrations in Mumbai.
Young boys playing cricket on the Juhu beach in Mumbai on a Sunday morning
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Young boys playing football on the Juhu beach in Mumbai on a Sunday morning
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Children enjoying a swim in the Juhu beach in Mumbai
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People arrive at the Juhu beach in Mumbai for a morning walk
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Chartrapati Shivaji International Airport
Murals at the Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (CSIA) Terminal 2, Mumbai, Maharashtra, India
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Chartrapati Shivaji International Airport
Murals at the Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (CSIA) Terminal 2, Mumbai, Maharashtra, India
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Chartrapati Shivaji International Airport
Murals at the Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (CSIA) Terminal 2, Mumbai, Maharashtra, India
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Chartrapati Shivaji International Airport
Murals at the Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (CSIA) Terminal 2, Mumbai, Maharashtra, India
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Murals at the Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (CSIA) Terminal 2, Mumbai, Maharashtra, India
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Annual cattle fair at Rajur, Maharashtra, India
Rural Bazar of Rajur, Maharashtra, India
Rural Bazar of Rajur, Maharashtra, India
Annual cattle fair at Rajur, Maharashtra, India
Bulls eye, Rajur, Maharashtra, India
Annual cattle fair at Rajur, Maharashtra, India
Men engaged in deal at cattle fair at Rajur, Maharashtra, India
Rajur, Maharashtra, India
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Rural Bazar of Rajur, Maharashtra, India
Annual cattle fair at Rajur, Maharashtra, India
Annual cattle fair at Rajur, Maharashtra, India
Annual cattle fair at Rajur, Maharashtra, India
Ganesh festival in Pune, India
Ganesh idols, with their pleasing demeanour housed in decorated pandals are the star attraction of the Ganesh festival. It is celebrated for 10 days and is among the biggest festivals in the state of Maharashtra, India.
Ganesh festival in Pune, India has visitors from all across the world
The immersion day procession (Visarjan procession) for the Ganesh festival in Pune is an exciting experience and draws crowds from all across the world.
Kids enjoying the Ganesh festival in Pune, India
The immersion day procession (Visarjan procession) of the Ganesh festival in Pune is an exciting experience. It is a spectacle of music, dance and colour. It is fun time for the kids who get to wear traditional clothes and perform in front of large crowds.
