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Nashik Ganeshotsav: 600 Mandals Seek Pandal Permissions Ahead of Festival

Around 600 Ganesh groups in Nashik have asked for permission to build festival pandals.

The applications were submitted through an online system.

These groups are also preparing electricity, sound systems and immersion processions.

Last year, about 750 public groups installed Ganesh idols in the city.

The mayor has waived charges for pandals and stages.

Officials say this may help approvals happen faster.

The groups must not block roads and must follow safety and sound rules.

Police are studying crowded places and procession routes to help keep people safe.

Key facts

Applications submitted: Around 600 public Ganesh mandals have applied online.
Previous-year figure: Around 750 public mandals installed Ganesh idols in Nashik last year.
Fee decision: Mayor Himgauri Aher-Adke announced a waiver of charges for pandals and stages.
Approval coordination: The process involves the Nashik Municipal Corporation, police, traffic police, MSEDCL and other departments.
Mandatory requirements: Mandals must provide adequate parking, avoid obstructing traffic and follow electricity-safety norms.
Sound restrictions: Mandals must observe prescribed noise limits, with authorities taking a strict stand on DJs.
Security planning: Police are identifying sensitive locations, congested roads, immersion routes and areas likely to draw heavy crowds.

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