Pune being the birthplace of Ganesh Festival, now celebrated all over
India, has it’s own share of rich history. There are a few old Ganapati
establishments that hold importance over others during the immersion
ceremony. Before listing down the 5 (Revered) Manache Ganpati of Pune, let us dig
down deep into the history.
1. Kasba Ganpati - Manacha First Ganpati
Kasba Ganpati is the presiding deity also known as the Gramadevata of Pune. Kasba Ganpati originated during Shivaji Maharaj era which was found near the house of Vinayak Thakar, who was residing close to the residence of Shivaji’s Mother Masaheb Jijabai Bhosale. Shivaji Maharaj a keen devotee built the temple in the year 1638.Location: Kasba Peth, Pune
2. Tambdi Jogeshwari - Manacha Second Ganpati
Tambdi Jogeshwari is the temple of Goddess Durga who is regarded as the Gramadevi of Pune. The temple was built in 1545 A.D. by Trimbak Bendre which was originally
small one and surrounded by farms. Later on in the year 2000, Ganesh
Idol was established in the temple and offered with pooja.
Located at Appa Balwant Chowk, Pune
3. Guruji Talim -Manacha Third Ganpati
Guruji Talim is the 3rd respected Ganapati in Pune. It was first
established in 1887 by two Hindu & Muslim families of Bhiku Shinde
and Ustaad Nalban. It is unique as it symbolizes the unity of Hindu — Muslim. The Mandal holds the rare distinction of being pioneer in celebrating on
the public forum much before Lokmanya Tilak initiated the tradition in
1893.
Located at Laxmi Road, Pune
4. Tulshibaug Ganpati - Manacha Fourth Ganpati
Tulshibaug Ganpati is the 4th respected Ganapati in Pune. It was first
established in 1901. This mandal holds the honor of establishing the
first Glass Fiber statue since 1975. The statue is 13 ft. tall and wears ornaments that weigh more than 80
kgs. Artist D.S. Khatawkar has been decorating the statue since years.
Located at Tulshibaug, Pune
5. Kesari Wada Ganpati - Manacha Fifth Ganpati
Kesari Wada Ganpati is the 5th most honorable Ganpati in Pune which was installed by freedom fighter Lokmanya Tilak himself in 1893 at his own house Kesari Wada thereby named as Kesari Wada Ganpati. He made it an official public festival by forming Ganesh Mandal known as Kesari Wada Ganapati Mandal in 1894.Located in Narayan Peth, Pune
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