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Time of India
12 hours ago
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- Time of India
Ganeshotsav Goes Greener
Ahead of Ganeshotsav, Mumbai is witnessing a surge in eco-friendly Ganesha idol-making workshops, attracting both beginners and experienced artists. Participants are learning the art of sculpting with clay, guided by expert instructors who emphasize the meditative and culturally enriching aspects of the process. These workshops blend creativity, tradition, and sustainability, fostering a deeper appreciation for the festival. With Ganeshotsav around the corner, eco-friendly Ganesha idol-making workshops are popping up across Mumbai. From first-timers to seasoned artists, participants are learning to sculpt their own clay idols—embracing creativity, tradition and sustainability in the process. 'Making eco-friendly Ganesh idols is a growing trend' Ritika Jhunjhunwala, who organises multiple workshops in Mumbai, explains the rising popularity of these sessions, 'We do these Ganpati idol making workshops a month before Ganeshotsav. Many people want to create their little idols, and we give them the entire kit at the start of the workshop. Making eco-friendly Ganesha idols is a growing trend, and people love to learn how to sculpt from scratch. The difficulty level at our workshop is based on individual capabilities. Most of the time, anyone can create an idol by following the step-by-step instructions.' You Can Also Check: Mumbai AQI | Weather in Mumbai | Bank Holidays in Mumbai | Public Holidays in Mumbai 'Sculpting is a form of meditation' Expertise meets enthusiasm at these workshops. Sandeep Jadhav, one of the expert instructors at one of the workshops, says, 'I have been a clay sculptor for around 25 years. This workshop included complete novices and first-timers who had never worked with clay before. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like If Your Ears Ring, Stop Sleeping Like This Immediately Derila Ergo Undo However, almost all of the participants, including the younger ones, picked it up. Clay is a beautiful medium to create sculptures.' Mukund Jahagirdar, an architect and passionate artist from Andheri, has been conducting workshops for over a decade. Reflecting on his inspiration, the 75-year-old shares, 'I was introduced to it by my mother, who taught using simple kitchen tools like spoons and knives. Since that time, I have tried to make a Ganesh idol every year.' He adds, 'Painting and sculpting are forms of meditation, something I practice and deeply enjoy. This workshop raised my confidence to a new high! I had never taught anyone to make a standing Ganesh in just three hours, especially those who had never touched clay before.' 'These workshops introduce one to the culture and traditions' Dr. Ankita Patil from Colaba, who had never handled clay before, says, 'This year I wanted to make an eco-friendly Ganesh idol and came across Jahagirdar Sir's page on Instagram. I was a bit apprehensive, but this workshop proved all my fears baseless. Sir explained everything.' She adds, 'Making the idol was not just about putting pieces of clay together but understanding body proportions, paying attention to physical details, including posture and cloth drape. The best thing was that this workshop wasn't just about making a Ganapati idol, but it was a beginner's class on the art of sculpting itself. The three-and-a-half-hour workshop was a fulfilling and meditative experience for me.' Siana and Sasha Sadrangani, visiting from New Jersey, were equally impressed. 'It was a great experience, and I think I realized how difficult it is to do this. It's a lot more delicate than I imagined, and it was an amazing experience.' Amrita Wadia from Borivli echoed the sentiment, 'I loved the workshop. Today's workshop made me realise just how difficult it is for artisans to make an idol from scratch. This time when I celebrate Ganeshotsav, I will have a better understanding of what it is all about. ' Vibhuti Dilip Prerana Sathe, a returning participant, at Iteeha, shared, 'Earlier I had learnt this online, but doing this live was great. Honestly, sculpting Ganu is one of my absolute favourite things to do! I love shaping his belly (always filled with modaks!), those cute cheeks, the tiny modak in his hand, and everything about him. Sir shared the soul of idol-making and taught how to bring your sculpture to life. ' Artistically inclined Pooja Bhagiya said, 'I had done a Madhubani course from Iteeha earlier, and that's how I came to know about this workshop. These kinds of workshops, I feel, really introduce one to the culture and traditions.' Nidhi Shroff added, 'This is the second time I attended Sir's workshop. He is incredibly organized, provided all materials, and patiently guided me to sculpt a beautiful idol. He has a unique way of helping each participant make a stunning idol with ease,' says Nidhi Shroff. Radhika Mittal from Kharghar, a DIY enthusiast, added, 'I love craft and anything DIY. I love making things by hand, and nothing can get better than this – creating an eco-friendly Ganesha idol from scratch with your bare hands, some clay, and basic tools. I love the feel of it.' Mahima from Kandivli, a visual designer, shares, 'I have always been interested in art and am into Indian folk art, and this is the first time I did a workshop using clay to create an idol. This workshop was about blending faith, creativity, and sustainability in a meaningful way.' Stay updated with the latest local news from your city on Times of India (TOI). Check upcoming bank holidays , public holidays , and current gold rates and s ilver prices in your area.
Indian Express
2 days ago
- Indian Express
81-year-old Bengaluru man loses Rs 1.77 crore to ‘digital arrest' scam
An 81-year-old retiree from Bengaluru has lost Rs 1.77 crore over a period of 10 days after he fell victim to a 'digital arrest' scam where fraudsters accused him of money laundering, the police said. The senior citizen, a resident of Sadananda Nagar in Bengaluru's NGEF Layout, filed a complaint at the East CEN police station on July 23 stating that he had been defrauded of the money between July 5 and 15. According to the police, the complainant received a call on July 5 from a person who claimed to be Sandeep Jadhav (mobile number +91 8530628346) and introduced himself as an officer from the Colaba police station in Mumbai. The caller told him that his Aadhaar number had been used to open a bank account linked to money-laundering activities connected to Jet Airways founder Naresh Goyal. 'I was told that I have been put under 'digital arrest' and was shown arrest warrants on WhatsApp,' the elderly man stated in his complaint. The scammers allegedly continued their psychological pressure, claiming all his money needed to be transferred to secure accounts for investigation purposes and would be returned after the probe was completed. From July 9 onwards, the senior citizen sent money through internet banking transactions to the fraudsters' account, unaware of the cyber fraud he had fallen victim to, according to his police complaint. The man approached the police only after realising that he had been deceived. The East CEN police have registered a case under sections 66 (computer-related offences), 66 (d) (impersonation for fraud), 66(c) (identity theft), and 43 (damage to computer, computer system) of the Information Technology Act and section 318 (4) (cheating and dishonestly inducing delivery of property) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita. They are investigating the case. There have been a number of digital fraud cases in which scammers falsely linked their victims to the money-laundering investigation against Naresh Goyal.
Time of India
7 days ago
- Time of India
Retired defence personnel loses Rs 1.8 crore in digital arrest fraud
Bengaluru: An 81-year-old retired defence officer from east Bengaluru lost nearly Rs 1.8 crore in an online scam where fraudsters posing as law enforcement officers convinced him he was under "digital arrest. " The victim, Sharath (name changed), received a call on July 5 from someone claiming to be Sandeep Jadhav, a police officer from Colaba police station, Mumbai and the latter alleged Sharath's Aadhaar number had been used to open a bank account linked to illegal transactions and harassment calls. Despite Sharath's denial and mention of his defence background, the fraudster insisted that his identity was misused in a money laundering case tied to Jet Airways founder Naresh Goyal. To add pressure, Sharath was connected to other fraudsters posing as officials from CBI and Enforcement Directorate. They told him the case involved high-profile individuals and claimed an arrest warrant had been issued in his name. To make the scenario believable, the fraudsters even conducted a WhatsApp video call from another number, showing a man in a police uniform seated in a mock police station with an ID card and documents purportedly linked to his arrest. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Free P2,000 GCash eGift UnionBank Credit Card Apply Now Undo You Can Also Check: Bengaluru AQI | Weather in Bengaluru | Bank Holidays in Bengaluru | Public Holidays in Bengaluru Sharath was told he was under "digital arrest" and a virtual investigation would be conducted keeping in mind his age. The scammers warned him not to inform anyone, claiming his movements were being tracked and that he would be arrested in public if he failed to cooperate. Using fear and fabricated RBI rules, the fraudsters instructed Sharath to transfer funds to several bank accounts for verification purposes, assuring him the money would be returned once cleared. Believing the fraudsters, Sharath transferred money to five different accounts of four banks provided by the fraudsters between July 9 and 15, totalling to about Rs 1.8 crore. When the money wasn't returned as promised, Sharath finally confided in family and friends, only to realise he had been duped. A complaint was subsequently filed at east CEN crime police station. Police have registered a case under various sections of the IT Act and BNS Section 318 (cheating) and are attempting to trace and freeze the fraudsters' accounts.
