Crowds, funds and competition: Why Mumbai’s Ganpati idols keep getting taller
In Mumbai, the tradition of Ganeshotsav is witnessing a remarkable rise in the height of idols, fueled by fierce competition among mandals to draw bigger crowds and boost advertising revenue. This escalation pressures sculptors to produce larger creations, leading to heightened costs and safety hazards. The absence of government regulations concerning idol…
- Why it matters
- The escalating size of idols is creating material pressure on sculptors through higher production costs and exposing participants and crowds to mounting safety hazards during construction and installation.
- Most affected
- Sculptors in Mumbai — Face pressure to produce larger, costlier creations within tight timelines.
Ganpati mandal organisers — Compete for crowds and advertising revenue through idol height, raising expenses.
Crowds and participants — Exposed to heightened safety risks during idol construction and display. - Likely next
- Whether the government introduces regulations on idol height or safety standards for Ganpati installations.
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