Ganesh Chaturthi Festivities in Full Swing at KHIL Hotels – Blending Tradition, Community, and Sustainability Across Maharashtra

Mumbai: At Kamat Hotels India Ltd, Ganesh Chaturthi is more than a festival—it is an ongoing pledge to celebrate tradition while caring for the planet. This year, the festivities are in full bloom across Maharashtra properties with eco-friendly idols, upcycled décor, and rituals that honor both faith and sustainability. 

From the vibrant The Orchid Hotels in Mumbai and Pune, the IRA by Orchid Hotels in Sambhajinagar, Mumbai and Nashik, to the regal Fort Jadhavgadh in Pune and the serene Lotus Eco Beach Resort in Murud, every property is coming alive with festive fervor, eco-friendly décor, and a sense of togetherness that honors both tradition and the environment. 

At The Orchid Hotel Mumbai, the celebrations are coming alive with Ganpati Sthapana and traditional aartis resonating with the beats of dhol-tasha. The Ganesha idol, made entirely from natural clay, is being welcomed amidst décor creatively upcycled from everyday items—plastic bottles, coconut shells, cardboard boxes, and even toothpicks—ingeniously turned into planters, ornaments, and installations. Guests and staff are joining in to celebrate a festival that is as sustainable as it is devotional. 

At The Orchid Hotel Pune, the eco-conscious spirit continues with Ganesha installations crafted from shadu clay, turmeric, and paper mâché, reflecting innovation rooted in tradition. The property is engaging guests through vibrant rangolis, eco-friendly workshops, and devotional gatherings that showcase the perfect blend of artistry and sustainability. 

Meanwhile, IRA by Orchid Hotel Nashik is transforming its spaces with a unique coconut-themed décor, using natural elements to create a joyous and earthy festive mood. Guests are enjoying daily aartis, prasad, and community-led celebrations that make sustainability part of the spiritual experience. 

At Lotus Eco Beach Resort Murud, the festivities are extending into nature with ongoing plantation drives, adding fresh greenery that echoes the resort’s eco-ethos. Guests are actively taking part in modak-making workshops, preparing traditional sweets by hand while celebrating in harmony with the coastal environment. 

Fort Jadhavgadh, Pune’s only heritage fort hotel, is hosting a royal celebration that merges tradition with innovation. Alongside traditional rituals, the property is delighting guests with uniquely flavored modaks—strawberry, mango, and the classic ukadiche—bringing a creative twist to the age-old favorite. With international guests

joining the festivities, the fort is upholding the ethos of “Atithi Devo Bhava” and spreading the joy of Ganesh Chaturthi beyond borders. 

Across all properties, the dining experience is being enriched with festive menus—ranging from IRA Mumbai’s sabudana vada, farali pattice, and puran poli to live counters, thalis, and sweet-making workshops at other properties. The aroma of incense, marigold garlands, banana leaf decorations, and brass urlis are filling lobbies and courtyards, while eco-friendly rangolis with Ganesha motifs mark the entrances. 

KHIL is also ensuring sustainability remains at the heart of the festival. Each hotel is preparing for eco-friendly visarjan ceremonies, where guests and staff are coming together in prayerful processions to immerse natural clay idols responsibly, reinforcing the balance of devotion and environmental care. 

As the festival continues, KHIL hotels across Maharashtra are not just celebrating Ganesh Chaturthi—they are living it every day with devotion, creativity, community participation, and a deep commitment to eco-consciousness. Every property, in its unique way, is turning celebration into a statement of faith, unity, and sustainability.