The central Mumbai on Saturday witnessed a sea of devotees who gathered to welcome Lord Ganesha at the Chinchpokli Aagman procession ahead of the Ganeshotsav 2024. Pics/Atul Kamble

Ganesh Chaturthi 2024 is round the corner. While Ganeshotsav celebrations in Maharashtra usually get the limelight, the festival is marked with much fervour across the country. From making Ganesha idols to preparing public pandals, India is gearing up to welcome Ganpati Bappa. Here are a few glimpses. (Pics: AFP)