Mumbai's BMC offers five-year permits for Ganesh Mandals' pandal construction with eco-friendly practices, one-window system, and Rs 100 fee.

Mumbai's Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) will grant five-year permits for pandal construction to public Ganesh Mandals with a decade of rule-adherence. Plans include a one-window system for applications from August 6, 2024, a nominal Rs 100 fee, and annual permit renewals. Eco-friendly practices, such as free clay for idol makers and free pandal spaces, are also being implemented, as well as a special train service for the Ganpati festival by Western Railway.

August 01, 2024
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