Collector Distributes 3,000 Clay Ganesh Idols for Eco‑Friendly Vinayaka Chaturthi

The Nandyal district collector announced a joint initiative with the Andhra Pradesh Pollution Control Board to distribute 3,000 clay Ganesh idols free of cost across the district. The move aims to encourage devotees to use biodegradable idols instead of plastic ones during Vinayaka Chaturthi, thereby reducing environmental pollution. The distribution will take place in several villages and towns, with local officials ensuring that the idols are made from natural clay and are easily biodegradable. The collector urged residents to participate in the eco‑friendly celebrations and highlighted the importance of protecting water bodies and forests from the waste generated by traditional idol‑making practices.