Guidelines issued for eco-friendly Vinayaka Chathurthi celebrations in Coimbatore
According to a press release from District Collector Pavankumar G. Giriyappanavar, idols should be immersed only at locations notified by the administration, in line with Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) norms available on the Tamil Nadu Pollution Control Board (TNPCB) website (www.tnpcb.gov.in).
The guidelines call for Ganesha idols made of biodegradable materials and painted with non-toxic, natural dyes. Decorations should use eco-friendly materials, avoiding plaster-of-Paris, harmful chemicals, thermocol, single-use plastics, and synthetic dyes.
Devotees are advised to use reusable or biodegradable puja materials, washable decorative clothes, and biodegradable plates and cups for food distribution. Waste must be segregated and disposed of responsibly. The guidelines also recommend LED lighting and reusing decorations.
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