Celebrating Lord Ganesha sustainably

Ganesha Chaturthi is a time of joy and devotion, but it's important to honor Lord Ganesha in a way that also respects our environment. Here are some eco-friendly visarjan practices that help preserve our water bodies and celebrate sustainably.

Clay Ganesha

The clay Ganesha idol is usually immersed in a bucket of water. It dissolves after a few days and can be used for gardening or pottery.

Coconut Ganesha

An eco-friendly Ganesha idol was made using 17,000 coconuts. It became a source of attraction for people in Hyderabad and set an example for many others to follow. The coconuts were distributed among the devotees.

Chocolate Ganesha

Ganesha idols are normally immersed in water, however a chocolate Ganesha idol is immersed in warm milk. This chocolate milk can be distributed among kids or charities.

Rice flour

Rice flour is malleable and can be molded into different shapes. Once the idol is immersed, the rice flour dissolves and can be used as food for marine life.

Immersion with Karma

Most eco-friendly Ganesha idols are made of clay because

• Clay idols dissolve easily
• The "return to earth" symbolizes the cyclical nature of life
• After all, it is this "re-birth" that is the true essence of Ganesh Chaturthi

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