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Lalbaugcha Raja Ganesh mandal

14-crore insurance, tight vigil for Lalbaugcha Raja

The Times of India, Sep 1, 2011

Mumbai’s famous Lalbaugcha Raja Ganesh mandal this time witnessed heightened security and an increased insurance of Rs 14 crore, in wake of the July 13 blasts in the city.

Ganesh Chaturthi, is the biggest festival in Maharashtra and Lalbaugcha Raja is one of the most popular mandals attracting around one crore devotees, including filmstars and politicians, following which tight arrangements have been made.

“To ensure a safe festival, we have enhanced our security. We have deployed 300 private guards to last year’s 200. Also, CCTV cameras have been increased from 35 to around 70,” Lalbaugcha Raja president Ashok Pawar told PTI. Also, there will be metal detector door frames and handheld detectors. “Besides police security, we will also have around 2,500 volunteers,” he said. The mandal has also secured insurance worth Rs 14 crore. PTI