With Mumbai all set to welcome our beloved Ganpati Bappa for Ganesh Chaturthi on September 2, preparing for decorations, sweets, aartis etc. ought to have fastened by now. However, even though we are all aware of the fact that the Ganpati idols are made of Plaster of Paris (POP) and possess a great threat to marine life once it's submerged in water. How about celebrating Ganesh Chaturthi with the same amount of enthusiasm while protecting the environment? Check out these 5 unique eco-friendly Ganpati idols you can consider welcoming this festive season:
1. Tree Ganesha
Made with red soil, natural fertilizers and seeds these tree Ganpati comes with many advantages. Along with coming in various sizes, these Ganpati's visarjan can be done at home itself. You won't only have a part of your idol at home forever but it will also conserve the environment by reducing water and air pollution. Celebrities like Hritik Roshan, Ritesh Deshmukh, Dia Mirza and Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis had proudly opted for Tree Ganpati during the last Ganesh Chaturthi. Place your order at- Tree Ganpati
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2. Ganpati Idol Filled With Veg Fish Food
The colour on POP idols proves to be very toxic for marine life. This eco-friendly clay Ganpati comes packed with veg fish food inside the idol. You won't only compromise on any traditional values that come with the festival but also feeding fishes once the idol is submerged. Sprouts Environmental Trust makes these unique idols and has several pick-up points across the city.
3. Paper Ganesha
These Ganpati idols are made of paper and clay and weigh less as compared to other idols. It even takes comparatively lesser time to submerge and costs least as compared to other eco-friendly Ganpati's. What more could one ask for?
To place your order call- Rohit Vaste- 9820828804
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4. Multani Mitti (Multani Soil) Ganesh Idol
These idols are made out of clay and then painted over by Multani soil which gives it a bright look. It dissolves really fast once it's submerged. You can place your order at- Multani Mitti Ganesha
5. Chocolate Ganesha
In 2015, Rintu Rathod made headlines after she made a 35-kg Ganesh idol, immersed it in milk and distributed that to the underprivileged kids. You can now buy this enchanting and at the same time delicious Ganpati idol in various sizes. Place your orders at- Chocolate Ganpati
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Isn't opting for these eco-friendly Ganpatis a win-win situation for an individual as well as nature? Let's celebrate responsibly!
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