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 |