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- The Tamil Nadu Pollution Control Board has issued guidelines asking the public to celebrate Vinayagar Chathurthi in an eco-friendly manner.
- It recommends idols made of natural, biodegradable materials like clay, and bars Plaster of Paris, plastic and thermocol idols from being immersed in water bodies.
- The board also advises using natural dyes, avoiding single-use plastics, and using biodegradable or reusable tableware for prasadam distribution.
- Idol immersion must take place only at locations notified by district administrations, in line with Central Pollution Control Board guidelines.
What to watch next
- Whether district administrations notify specific immersion locations ahead of the festival
- Public compliance with the ban on Plaster of Paris, plastic and thermocol idols
- Enforcement of immersion rules at water bodies after the festival
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