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Mumbai gears up with midnight abhishek, chhappan bhog to mark Lord Krishna’s 5,253rd birthday
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· September 3, 2026
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Key points This occasion is said to be 5,253 years since a divine incarnation. Union minister Piyush Goyal is expected to make a visit to temples on Friday night.
Celebrations are underway to mark a significant birthday. This occasion is said to be 5,253 years since a divine incarnation. Special rituals and offerings are being prepared for the midnight event.
Union minister Piyush Goyal is expected to make a visit to temples on Friday night. Preparations are elaborate, with large quantities of a special item being readied.
Further details about the celebrations and preparations are available, including information about the decorations and events at certain temples.
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Published: September 3, 2026 ·
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