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MUMBAI: Increasingly at Ganeshotsav, a set of new, young hands have begun to sculpt, mould and paint Ganesha idols. Along with fresh ideas and techniques, these moortikars in their 30s are adept in the use of social media, gaining thousands of followers who fawn over their work and dissect their style.Over five years, much of the old generation of Ganesh moortikars has been phased out. Famous sculptor...

MUMBAI: Mumbai is all set and excited as Ganeshotsav begins on Tuesday. This year, mandals across the city have bigger budgets, more provisions for devotees, better security arrangements, digital-friendly darshans and more. Here’s a glimpse at what Mumbaikars can expect at five of the most popular Ganpati pandals in the city:MUMBAI’S OLDEST GANPATI MANDAL CELEBRATES ITS 131ST YEARThe oldest Ganpati...