Mumbai’s metro services will also run beyond their usual hours to help devotees travel during Ganeshotsav.
Courts: Courts across Mumbai will remain closed on September 14 on account of Ganesh Chaturthi. Schools and colleges: Schools and colleges in Maharashtra will remain closed on September 14 for Ganesh Chaturthi. essential services and public transport will continue to operate While several institutions will remain closed for the public holiday. Mumbai’s metro services will also run beyond their usual hours to help devotees travel during Ganeshotsav. Commuters can use the regular public transport network, although passengers should expect increased crowds and possible changes in traffic movement around major Ganpati celebration areas. Hospitals: Hospitals and emergency medical services will remain operational across Mumbai despite the Ganesh Chaturthi public holiday. Emergency departments, ambulances and critical-care services will continue to function as usual, while patients with scheduled appointments or non-emergency procedures may check with their respective hospitals for any holiday-related changes. Regular court proceedings and administrative work will not be conducted on the holiday. The holiday allows students, teachers and staff to participate in Ganeshotsav celebrations and related religious and cultural programmes. The holiday applies to both public and private-sector banks in Mumbai, although digital banking, ATMs and online payment services will continue to be available.
Trains and buses: Mumbai’s suburban local train services and BEST buses will remain operational today. Banks: Banks in Mumbai will remain closed today for Ganesh Chaturthi.