• Mahalaya & Torpon – The Colors of Arrival

    Mahalaya & Torpon – The Colors of Arrival

    Waking up in the break of dawn to the legendary voice of Birendra Krishna Bhadra as every radio station is geared up for  “Mahisasur Mardini” and then preparations to head for one of the many ‘Ghats’ (river banks) where thousands gather for Torpon – A Hindu Ritual of paying homage to their…

  • Meeting Lalbaugcha Raja | Mumbai

    Meeting Lalbaugcha Raja | Mumbai

    A Second of the 3 series posts, It gives me a great pleasure to be able to share my experiences and photographs of Ganesh Chaturthi celebrations across Mumbai and Navi Mumbai.This post is about a personal experience about my visit to Mumbai’s most iconic and famous Ganesha idol – Lalbaugcha Raja and chance to see the Lord (and touch His…