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Ganpati Bappa Morya: Satyanarayan Puja Held at Arthur Road Jail Superintendent’s Residence
Mumbai, September 24, 2026: A devotional gathering and Shri Satyanarayan Puja were organised at the official residence of the Superintendent of Mumbai Central Prison, popularly known as Arthur Road Jail, on Thursday evening as part of the Ganpati celebrations.
The devetional gathering was hosted by Harshad Ahirrao, Superintendent of Arthur Road Jail, along with his family. The religious ceremony brought together senior officials and distinguished guests associated with Maharashtra’s police, prison and excise departments.
Among those who attended were Suhas Warke , Additional Director General of Prisons, Maharashtra; S. Jaikumar, senior IPS officer and Head of Force One; Sameer Wankhede, former NCB officer; and former State Excise officers Rajendra Shirsat and Nand Kishore More, along with their families and other guests.
The gathering featured Ganpati Darshan, Shri Satyanarayan Puja and Mahaprasad. The atmosphere remained devotional and cordial, with the dignitaries and guests offering prayers and seeking the blessings of Lord Ganesha.
“The occasion was auspicious and meaningful”: Harshad Ahirrao
Speaking exclusively to Hello Mumbai News Editor Aleem Shaikh, Superintendent Harshad Ahirrao said the gathering was organised to seek the blessings of Ganpati Bappa and pray for the peace, prosperity and progress of the nation.
“This is a very auspicious and important moment for all of us. As Ganpati Bappa prepares to leave us, we organised this devotional gathering to seek His blessings and pray for the progress and prosperity of our nation. I am thankful to everyone who became part of this special occasion, particularly Suhas Wadke Sir, S. Jaikumar and all the dignitaries who attended the gathering and sought the blessings of Ganpati Bappa. Ganpati Bappa Morya,” Ahirrao said.
Suhas Warke, who travelled from Pune to attend the devotional gathering, also offered prayers before Ganpati Bappa and interacted with the guests in an informal and cordial atmosphere.
The gathering provided an opportunity for officials, families and guests to come together beyond their professional responsibilities and participate in the auspicious Ganpati celebrations.
The programme concluded with prayers for peace, prosperity, good health and success, with devotees seeking the blessings of Lord Ganesha.
Ganpati Bappa Morya!
