Make Eco-friendly Ganesha idols at your home

As people are excited to welcome Ganpati Bappa to their homes, awareness about eco-friendly idols is spreading during the festive season. There are a number of different methods that can be used to create Ganesha idols that are biodegradable and environmentally friendly.

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Here are some of the eco-friendly Ganesha idol-making ideas from the article:

  • Clay idols: Clay idols are a traditional way to make Ganesha idols. Clay is a natural material that is biodegradable and environmentally friendly. To make a clay Ganesha idol, you can simply mix clay with water and mould it into the desired shape. Once the idol is dry, you can paint it with natural colours.
  • Paper mache idols: Paper mache is another easy way to make eco-friendly Ganesha idols. To make a paper mache Ganesha idol, you will need a balloon, newspaper strips, and glue. Simply blow up the balloon and cover it with newspaper strips dipped in glue. Once the idol is dry, you can paint it with natural colours.
  • Plant-based idols: You can also make eco-friendly Ganesha idols using plant-based materials, such as vegetables, fruits, and flowers. For example, you could make a Ganesha idol out of a pumpkin or watermelon. You could also make a Ganesha idol out of flowers by glueing them together to form the shape of an idol.
  • Compostable idols: There are also a number of companies that sell compostable Ganesha idols. These idols are made from materials that will break down naturally in the soil.

These are just a few ideas for eco-friendly Ganesha idol-making. There are many other ways to create Ganesha idols that are biodegradable and environmentally friendly. By making and disposing of eco-friendly Ganesha idols, we can help to reduce our environmental impact and celebrate the festival in a more sustainable way. It is important to dispose of eco-friendly Ganesha idols properly. When the festival is over, you can compost the clay, paper mache, or plant-based idols. You can also bury the compostable idols in the soil.