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Shree Siddhivinayak Temple, Prabhadevi
Mumbai, Maharashtra
Shree Siddhivinayak Temple is in Prabhadevi, Mumbai. It was built in 1801 and is known as the temple of the wish granting Ganesha. It is one of the richest and most visited Hindu temples in India.
Shree Siddhivinayak Temple offers a daily live darshan stream on the temple trust's official YouTube channel. Timings of the live feed follow the temple's own schedule and may occasionally be paused during maintenance or special events.
Source: Official Siddhivinayak Temple Trust live darshan page
| Deity | Siddhivinayak (Ganesha), self-manifest black stone idol with right-turned trunk |
| Location | Mumbai, Maharashtra |
| Built / Origin | 1801 CE |
| Timings | Wednesday to Monday: 5:30 AM to 9:50 PM. Tuesday (busiest day): from about 3:15 AM to close to midnight. Kakad Aarti 5:30 to 6:00 AM, Naivedhya 12:15 to 12:30 PM, Sandhya Aarti 7:30 to 8:00 PM, Shejaarti (closing prayer) around 9:50 PM. |
| Entry Fee | General darshan is free of charge for all devotees. |
| VIP / Special Darshan | Yes. A paid Special Darshan and VIP Darshan counter is available at the temple for a faster queue. Online pooja, seva and donation booking is offered through the temple trust's official website. |
| Nearest Airport | Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport, Mumbai, about 15 to 18 kilometres away, with wide domestic and international connections. |
| Nearest Railway Station | Dadar railway station (Western and Central lines) is the nearest, about 2 kilometres from the temple. |
About This Temple
This temple stands in the heart of Mumbai city. Lakhs of devotees visit every Tuesday, believing that Tuesday darshan here brings quick results to prayers. The temple is loved by ordinary devotees and famous personalities alike.
History and Puranic Background
The temple was built on 19 November 1801 by a contractor named Laxman Vithu Patil. It was commissioned by Deubai Patil, a woman from the Agri community who did not have children of her own. She built this temple hoping it would bring comfort to other women facing the same difficulty. This is why the deity here came to be called Siddhivinayak, the Ganesha who grants siddhi, or the fulfilment of a wish.
The word Siddhivinayak is not new. It comes from two old Sanskrit words. Siddhi means spiritual attainment or success, and Vinayaka is one of the oldest names of Lord Ganesha, meaning the supreme leader who removes obstacles. Worship of Ganesha as Vinayaka goes back to the Puranas, where he is described as the first god to be worshipped before any task begins.
Over time, news of prayers being answered at this temple spread across Mumbai and then across India. The inner roof of the sanctum is covered with gold, and the wooden doors leading to the deity are carved with images of the eight Ashtavinayak forms of Ganesha found in Maharashtra. The idol itself is carved from a single black stone, with a small idol of Riddhi and Siddhi seated on either side of Ganesha's lap, showing that wisdom and prosperity always accompany him.
Founded in more recent times than India's ancient stone temples, this Prabhadevi shrine has no dedicated chapter of its own in any Mahapurana. Its deep sanctity instead rests on the same understanding devotees have carried since Vedic times, that Ganesha is the first god invoked before any new beginning.
गणानां त्वा गणपतिं हवामहे कविं कवीनामुपमश्रवस्तमम् ।
ज्येष्ठराजं ब्रह्मणां ब्रह्मणस्पत आ नः शृण्वन्नूतिभिः सीद सादनम् ॥
Gananam tva Ganapatim havamahe kavim kavinam upamashravastamam, Jyeshtharajam brahmanam brahmanaspata a nah shrunvannutibhih sida sadanam.
Meaning: We call upon you, O Ganapati, lord of the ganas, wisest among the wise, the foremost in fame. O lord of prayers, hear us and come, with your protection, and take your seat among us.
Source: Rigveda, Mandala 2, Sukta 23, Verse 1. This is the oldest known Vedic verse using the word Ganapati. Later Puranic tradition connects this title with Lord Ganesha, the son of Shiva and Parvati.
Why Devotees Visit
Devotees visit before starting new work, buying a home, before weddings, and before examinations. Many pray here for the wellbeing of family members who are unwell.
How to Reach
By Air: Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport, Mumbai, about 15 to 18 kilometres away, with wide domestic and international connections.
By Train: Dadar railway station (Western and Central lines) is the nearest, about 2 kilometres from the temple.
By Road: Well connected by BEST city buses, taxis and auto-rickshaws from every part of Mumbai. The temple is on S. K. Bole Marg, Prabhadevi.
Pooja and Rituals
- Kakad Aarti, the early morning waking prayer
- Shodashopachara Pooja, a sixteen-step ritual worship performed daily
- Maha Abhisheka, a ceremonial bathing of the deity performed before noon
- Sandhya Aarti, the evening prayer performed with lamps
- Shejaarti, the final night prayer before the sanctum closes
VIP Darshan
Special and VIP Darshan counters operate at the temple for devotees wanting a shorter wait, and the trust also runs an official website for booking poojas, sevas and donations online.
Travel Tips
- Nearest railway station is Dadar, on both Western and Central lines.
- Tuesday and Ganesh Chaturthi days see very heavy crowds, so senior citizens should plan early morning or late evening visits.
- Comfortable footwear is useful, as the queue can involve some walking and standing.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the Siddhivinayak Temple darshan timings?
The temple is open from 5:30 AM to 9:50 PM on all days except Tuesday, when it opens as early as 3:15 AM because of very heavy crowds.
Is VIP darshan available at Siddhivinayak Temple?
Yes, a paid Special Darshan and VIP Darshan option is available at the temple counter for devotees who prefer a shorter queue.
Which day is best to avoid crowds at Siddhivinayak Temple?
Weekday mornings, especially Wednesday to Friday between 6 and 8 AM, are generally quieter than Tuesdays and festival days.
How far is Siddhivinayak Temple from Mumbai airport?
It is about 15 to 18 kilometres from Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport, roughly a 40 to 60 minute drive depending on traffic.
Is there an entry fee at Siddhivinayak Temple?
No, general darshan is free for all devotees. Paid VIP and Special Darshan options exist for a quicker queue.
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