Ganesh Utsav 2025: Over 2.28 Lakh Modaks Ordered on Swiggy, with Mumbai and Pune Leading
Swiggy, India’s leading convenience platform, reported over 2.28 lakh modaks ordered during the Ganesh Utsav celebrations, with Mumbai and Pune taking the lead.
Ganesh UtsavModaksSwiggyMumbaiPuneReal Estate MumbaiSep 06, 2025
A week of celebrations
The appetite for modaks remained strong throughout the festive week. Orders on the Swiggy platform tripled in just a day, increasing from 29,674 orders on August 26 to peaking at 1,02,045 orders on Ganesh Chaturthi, August 27. The platform witnessed over a 35% increase in orders compared to last year’s Ganesh Chaturthi.
Maharashtra Tops the Modak Charts as India celebrates
Maharashtra led the Ganesh Utsav celebrations, with Mumbai accounting for 69,240 modak orders and Pune for 30,433. They were followed by Nagpur, Nashik, and Amravati in Maharashtra. With the festive cheer spreading across the country, while Mumbai and Pune topped the charts through the Ganesh Utsav week nationally, Bengaluru took third place, followed by Delhi and Kolkata. Emerging cities joined in the festivities as well, with Nashik, Vadodara, Surat, Dehradun, and Patna being the top 5.
The evolving Modaks
From classic Ukadiche Modaks in Maharashtra to Kesar and Mawa favorites across India, Swiggy’s data reflects how tradition and convenience played a central role in Ganesh Utsav 2025. Nationally, Mawa Modak (8,742 orders) emerged as the top choice, followed by Kesar Modak, Coconut Modak, Ukadiche Modak, and Kaju Modak. In Maharashtra, tradition ruled—Ukadiche Modak led with 4,460 orders, followed by Mawa and Malai. Smaller pack sizes were popular too, with Mawa Modak (2 pcs) recording 2,983 orders.
Swiggy’s commitment to bringing the festive spirit to every home through its wide range of offerings has been a key factor in the success of this year’s Ganesh Utsav. The platform continues to innovate and expand its services to meet the evolving needs of its customers, ensuring that everyone can enjoy the joy of the festival, no matter where they are.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ganesh Utsav?
Ganesh Utsav, also known as Ganesh Chaturthi, is a major Hindu festival celebrated in honor of Lord Ganesha. It marks the birth of Lord Ganesha and is celebrated over 10 days, starting from the fourth day of the Hindu lunar month of Bhadrapada.
How many modaks were ordered on Swiggy during Ganesh Utsav 2025?
Over 2.28 lakh modaks were ordered on Swiggy during Ganesh Utsav 2025, between August 26 and September 3.
Which cities in India ordered the most modaks on Swiggy during Ganesh Utsav 2025?
Mumbai and Pune led the charts, followed by Bengaluru, Delhi, and Kolkata.
What is the most popular type of modak ordered on Swiggy during Ganesh Utsav 2025?
Nationally, Mawa Modak was the most popular, followed by Kesar Modak, Coconut Modak, Ukadiche Modak, and Kaju Modak.
How did the orders for modaks on Swiggy change during the festive week?
Orders on the Swiggy platform tripled in just a day, increasing from 29,674 orders on August 26 to peaking at 1,02,045 orders on Ganesh Chaturthi, August 27.
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