Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s participation in Ganpati Puja at Chief Justice DY Chandrachud’s residence has triggered a political controversy, with opposition leaders questioning the implications for judicial impartiality. Critics, including Shiv Sena leader Sanjay Raut and senior lawyer Indira Jaising, argue that the visit compromises the perceived independence of the judiciary. In contrast, the BJP defends Modi's attendance as a cultural act, dismissing the criticisms as baseless and reckless. Meanwhile, Ganesh Chaturthi celebrations in Mumbai saw Bollywood celebrities like Vicky Kaushal, Rajkummar Rao, and Shilpa Shetty visiting the famous Lalbaugcha Raja, with fans praising their devotion and simplicity.