Chennai: As the Nation celebrating Ganesh Chaturthi 10-day festivities and ending with the immersion of Lord Vinayak Idols on the last day, at some places the immersion of the Idol takes place during celebrations.
In Coimbatore in Tamil Nadu devotees immersed the eco-friendly Lord Ganesh Idol in Kumaraswamy lake in RS Puram yesterday, reports Dynamite News correspondent.
Coimbatore Corporation has made elaborate arrangements for the immersion of Idols. Corporation Commissioner Sivaguru Prabhakaran said that the civic and police departments have been directed to make proper arrangements for the celebrations.
The clay Ganesh Idols are considered to be environment friendly without causing any water pollution. They are made from Shadu Mati (clay) or other natural, biodegradable materials. After that they are decorated with colors from natural, non-toxic pigments that dissolve easily in water.
These idols are designed to be water-soluble. Some of the Idols are also made with plant seeds in the clay that can be planted after immersion, allowing the blessings of Lord Ganesha to continue in the form of a plant.
Choose The Right Idol
Clay Idol
Eco-friendly Idols are made from natural clay. These Idols are biodegradable and dissolve quickly in water without releasing harmful chemicals.
Seed Ganesha
These unique idols contain seeds that sprout and grow into plants after the immersion, contributing to afforestation.
Edible Idols
Consider idols made from vegetables or chocolate, which can be immersed in milk or water and then used to prepare food for distribution.
Idols Decorations
Natural Decorations
Use flowers, leaves, paper, and fabrics for decorations, avoiding plastic or artificial items.
Natural Colors
Use non-toxic colors made from turmeric, vermilion, rice flour, or vegetable dyes.
Upcycled Items
Get creative by using upcycled or recycled materials for decorations to reduce waste.
Places For Immersion
Home Immersion
Immerse the idol in a bucket or tub of water at home.
Community Tanks
Use community-provided immersion tanks to prevent pollution of natural water bodies.
Reuse the Water
After the idol dissolves, the water can be used to water plants or a garden.
Other Eco-Friendly Practices
Prasad Serving
Use reusable, edible containers, or plates made from leaves like banana or areca for distributing prasad.
Minimize Waste
Segregate and dispose of all worship materials, like flowers and clothes, properly after the ceremony.
Spread Awareness
Inspire friends and family to adopt eco-friendly practices for a greener celebration for generations to come.