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Mumbai's GSB Ganpati Gets Record ₹703 Crore Insurance Cover; 66 Kg Gold, 335 Kg Silver To Adorn Idol
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· September 2, 2026
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Key points This amount has increased over the years, with previous coverage at Rs 474 crore and Rs 400 crore. The total weight of gold jewellery is over 66 kg and silver is over 335 kg.
A substantial insurance policy has been taken out to cover celebrations. The policy is valued at Rs 703.27 crore. This amount has increased over the years, with previous coverage at Rs 474 crore and Rs 400 crore.
The idol will be decorated with a large amount of gold and silver jewellery, as well as precious gemstones. The total weight of gold jewellery is over 66 kg and silver is over 335 kg.
Further details about the insurance policy and the celebrations are available from the source. The policy aims to safeguard devotees and valuable assets associated with the festival.
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Category: Local Published: September 2, 2026 Source: Free Press Journal Reading time: 1 min
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