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World's Busiest Ganesh Temple Sets New Footfall Record
4 Dec, 2025
Summary
- Temple received world records for highest annual Ganesh temple footfall.
- Nearly 2 crore devotees visited during the 10-day Ganeshotsav festival.
- Modern facilities and social work attract millions of visitors annually.
The Shrimant Dagdusheth Halwai Ganpati Temple in Pune has achieved a significant milestone, receiving recognition for the highest annual footfall among Ganesh temples worldwide. This esteemed temple welcomed an astonishing 2 crore visitors during the recent 10-day Ganeshotsav, highlighting its immense popularity and spiritual significance.
Daily visitor numbers range from 35,000 to 40,000, escalating to 50,000-60,000 weekly, with a peak of 2 lakh devotees on Ganesh Chaturthi. The temple's management attributes this remarkable attendance to a combination of deep devotion, impactful social work, and enhanced visitor amenities, including tatkal entry, CCTV surveillance, and online services.
Beyond its spiritual appeal, the temple is deeply involved in community welfare, providing services like free ambulances, subsidized medical procedures, and maternity wards. The trust is also actively collaborating with local authorities to address traffic and sanitation issues, ensuring a sustainable and improved experience for millions of pilgrims.
