23rd Annual Smithsonian Magazine Photo Contest People
Bappa and the Moving City

In the pale blue light of early morning, a massive Ganesha idol moves through Mumbai’s streets on its way to the sea. People surge around the chariot, blurred by the long exposure into a human tide, while high‑rise buildings loom quietly in the background. The photograph freezes the delicate balance between ancient ritual and a fast‑paced modern city.

Photo Detail
Date Taken: 09.2025
Date Uploaded: 11.2025
Photo Location: Mumbai, India
Camera: NIKON D7000
Copyright: © rajeev anand