Nagpur Implements Eco-Friendly Durga Puja Immersion Plan to Protect Lakes

The Nagpur Municipal Corporation (NMC) has announced a detailed plan to ensure eco-friendly Durga Puja immersions this year, aiming to prevent water pollution in city lakes and reservoirs.

According to a report in The Times of India, the civic body has identified 21 designated immersion sites, including four artificial ponds created specifically for idols made with non-biodegradable materials.

Officials from the NMC said strict monitoring will be in place to ensure idols made with plaster of Paris (PoP) are not immersed directly in natural water bodies. Volunteers and civic staff will be stationed at major immersion points to guide devotees towards eco-friendly options.

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The municipal commissioner said, “The focus is to preserve Nagpur’s lakes and encourage sustainable celebrations. Awareness drives have been launched across Durga Puja committees.”

The Maharashtra Pollution Control Board (MPCB) is also coordinating with the civic body to conduct water quality checks before and after immersion days.

Local resident groups and students have joined the initiative by distributing leaflets and helping collect flowers and decorative materials for composting.

Authorities expect more than 3,000 idols to be immersed this year, with dedicated logistics and clean-up drives scheduled for the following day.