Mumbai's richest Ganpati idol with 66 kg gold, 335 kg silver gets Rs 703 crore cover

The GSB (Gowd Saraswat Brahman) Mahaganpati at Mumbai's King's Circle, one of the country's wealthiest Ganpati pandals, opened for its first public viewing on Saturday ahead of the Ganeshotsav festival. A large number of devotees gathered to catch a glimpse of the grand idol, adorned with gold, silver and precious gemstones.

The Mahaganpati is secured with a record insurance cover of Rs 703.27 crore this year. The idol is decorated with more than 66 kg of gold, 335 kg of silver and precious gems, making the GSB Seva Mandal's Ganpati one of the most opulent celebrations of the festival.advertisement❮❯ Read Full StoryGOLD, SILVER AND PRECIOUS GEMSThe magnificent appearance of the GSB Mahaganpati captivated devotees who arrived for public viewing.

The idol is adorned with gold and silver ornaments along with precious gemstones. However, the identity of the GSB Mahaganpati goes beyond its grandeur and wealth.

The festival is rooted in Vedic traditions and rituals, with the GSB Seva Mandal placing equal emphasis on service and devotion.ANNADAN AND THE SPIRIT OF SERVICE

One of the key features of the GSB Ganpati festival is Annadan, or food donation. Food is offered daily to thousands of devotees, while serving devotees and providing food to those in need remain among the Mandal's top priorities.

The Mandal has also said it will strictly follow all Food and Drug Administration (FDA) rules and guidelines during the festival.