Khairtabad Big Ganesh 2026: 69 Feet Panchamukha Maha Ganapati Details, Height & Timings

Khairtabad Big Ganesh 2026: 69 Feet Panchamukha Maha Ganapati Details, Height & Timings

Khairatabad Big Ganesh 2026 returns with a magnificent 69-foot Panchamukha Maha Ganapati idol in Hyderabad. Get the latest details on Khairatabad Ganesh 2026 height, Panchamukha Ganapati, darshan timings, puja timings, location, immersion date, and festival highlights in this complete guide.

Hyderabad’s iconic Khairatabad Ganesh idol marks its 72nd year with the grand avatar of Sri Panchamukha Sankatahara Maha Ganapati. Standing at a towering height of 69 feet, this five-faced form of Lord Ganesha is traditionally revered as the supreme remover of all hardships, distress, and obstacles (Sankatahara). Flanking the colossal central idol are significant supplementary shrines. To the right of Maha Ganapati stands a detailed 15-foot depiction of the sacred Somnath Jyothirlinga, while to the left is an installation of Kalika Mata. Crafted under the supervision of veteran chief sculptor Chinnaswamy Rajendran, who has led the artistry for nearly four decades, the entire structure is built using eco-friendly materials. Over 100 to 150 skilled artisans and craftsmen from Telangana, Andhra Pradesh, Gujarat, Odisha, and Tamil Nadu have assembled the idol using natural clay, steel frames, dry grass, rice husk, and wooden scaffolding, along with water-soluble pigments. Built with an estimated budget exceeding ₹1 crore, the idol honors the city's green immersion traditions while maintaining its legacy as one of India's tallest Ganesha representations.

🚆By Metro (Fastest & Most Recommended):

Board the Red Line (Miyapur – LB Nagar route) and alight directly at Khairatabad Metro Station.

The pandal is roughly 400 to 500 meters (a 5-to-7-minute walk) from Exit/Entrance A or B.

During festival rush and immersion days, Hyderabad Metro runs frequent trains with extended late-night operational hours.

🚆By Train (MMTS & Intercity):

Local MMTS Suburban Rail: The Khairatabad MMTS Station is located right next to the metro station, offering direct connectivity from Secunderabad, Lingampally, Falaknuma, and Hyderabad Deccan (Nampally).

Major Railway Terminals:

Hyderabad Deccan (Nampally Railway Station): ~3 km away (10 minutes by auto/cab).

Secunderabad Junction: ~8 km away (accessible via Red Line metro from Gandhi Bhavan/Parade Ground or direct local buses/cabs).

Kacheguda Railway Station: ~6.5 km away.

🚌By Bus (TSRTC):

Get down at the Khairatabad Bus Stop or Lakdi-ka-pul.

Frequent city buses connect to Khairatabad from major transit hubs including MGBS (Mahatma Gandhi Bus Station), Secunderabad Station, Mehdipatnam, Dilsukhnagar, and Kukatpally (Bus routes include 5K, 113K, 127K, 222, and 156 series).

🚌By Road (Cab / Auto / Personal Vehicle):

Khairatabad is connected via the Raj Bhavan Road, PVNR Expressway (via Mehdipatnam exit), and Tank Bund Road.

Note: Hyderabad Traffic Police enforces vehicle diversions and pedestrian-only zones around the pandal within a 1 km radius. Visitors traveling by private cars or two-wheelers must park at designated public parking lots (such as the Khairatabad RTA office area or HMDA grounds near IMAX/Necklace Road) and walk to the sanctum.

🛩️By Flight:

Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (RGIA), Shamshabad (HYD): Located approximately 30 km south of Khairatabad.

From the airport, take the Pushpak Airport Liner (Route AC Bus) toward AC Guards / Secretariat and alight at Lakdi-ka-pul, or take a direct cab via the PVNR Expressway (35–45 minutes travel time).

MGBS (

K, 113K, 127K, 222

🛕Sri Panchamukha Sankatahara Maha Ganapati.

🛕Somnath Jyothirlinga,

🛕Kalika Mata

🌹 The Khairatabad Ganeshotsav is celebrated for 11 days, commencing on Vinayaka Chavithi (Ganesh Chaturthi) and culminating on Anant Chaturdashi. Key Rituals & Celebrations:Day 1 (Prana Pratishtha & Sthapana): Daily morning and evening Maha Aarti, special pujas, and Vedic chanting commence.Daily Festivities: Continuous public darshan, cultural programs, bhajans, and distribution of laddu prasadam to thousands of devotees.Day 11 (Maha Shobha Yatra & Nimajjanam): The grand farewell procession begins early in the morning, where the idol is moved on a specialized multi-axle trailer toward NTR Marg / Tank Bund for immersion (Nimajjanam) in Hussain Sagar.