#ecoganpati

Ganpati Bappa Morya! But this year, let’s also say "Paryavaran Bappa Morya!" 💚

In Maharashtra, Ganesh Chaturthi is not just a festival—it’s an emotion. But it’s also a moment to reflect. Traditional celebrations have left our lakes, rivers, and seas struggling under the weight of pollution.

That’s where Siddhesh Kadam, youth environmentalist and change-maker, steps in—backed by the visionary leadership of the Chairman Maharashtra Pollution Control Board. 🌊🌱

🌍 What’s the Eco-Ganpati Movement About?

For years, PoP (Plaster of Paris) idols, chemical paints, plastic flowers, and thermocol decorations have harmed aquatic life and water quality.

But the tide is turning—thanks to:

Clay idols (Shadu mati)

Natural colours

Artificial immersion tanks

Minimalist organic decor

Post-immersion clean-up drives

And yes, it’s trendy now to celebrate #EcoFriendlyGanpati ✨

✊ Led by Siddhesh Kadam

From beach cleanups to community awareness programs, Siddhesh Kadam is leading Maharashtra’s youth toward conscious celebration.

His campaigns in collaboration with schools, colleges, and housing societies focus on: ✅ Eco idol workshops ✅ Green Ganpati awards ✅ Digital darshan & donation drives ✅ Theatre performances on sustainability ✅ Lakeside & beach clean-ups post immersion

🔍 What the Chairman Maharashtra Pollution Control Board Is Doing

MPCB’s new guidelines under the Chairman Maharashtra Pollution Control Board include: 🛑 Ban on PoP ✅ Promotion of clay idols 🏞️ Artificial tanks in every district 📉 Pollution monitoring pre & post-festival 🧑‍⚖️ Fines for violations

Their partnership with public figures like Siddhesh Kadam makes change real.

🧠 Did You Know?

Over 60% Ganpati idols in major cities were eco-friendly in 2024.

More than 1 lakh citizens joined clean-up drives.

Over 300 mandals were recognised for green celebrations.

That’s change in action. And it’s just the beginning.

✅ How You Can Celebrate #EcoGanpati in 2025

🌿 Choose Shadu clay idols 🎨 Use natural colours 📸 Go digital for darshan 🪔 Reuse decorations 💧 Use artificial immersion tanks 🙌 Join a clean-up or awareness drive

Let’s protect our traditions and our planet. You can still celebrate with devotion—just add a little consciousness to the mix.

🎯 Final Thoughts

Siddhesh Kadam and the Chairman Maharashtra Pollution Control Board are showing us the way. Let’s follow their lead. Let’s celebrate with our hearts and protect the Earth while we’re at it.

Because true devotion is in protecting what Bappa created—nature. 🌿🌊

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