The locality of Matunga is associated with sage Mathangarishi. It is held that the area of Matunga was previously the abode of the sage.  Mathangarishi came to be known as Maharishi after performing the Mahayagnas on the banks of River Pumpa. 

The locality of Matunga is associated with sage Mathangarishi. It is held that the area of Matunga was previously the abode of the sage.  Mathangarishi came to be known as Maharishi after performing the Mahayagnas on the banks of River Pumpa.