Скачать или смотреть The future of Eco-Friendly Ganpati Idols !

For years, Ganesh idols made of POP and chemical paints have polluted our lakes and seas. But now, a silent revolution is underway in India. Artisans are creating eco-friendly idols that not only dissolve but also purify water or turn into plants after visarjan. From coconut shells and seed-embedded clay to turmeric paste and paper-mâché, these idols combine tradition with sustainability.

Groups like Punaravartan are driving large-scale clay collection and reuse, while even BMC is distributing free shadu clay to artisans. With Ganesh Chaturthi being a multi-crore festival economy, this eco-friendly shift could double artisan incomes and drastically reduce pollution. These idols are more than devotion they’re innovation, showing how festivals can fuel a green economy.