TNPCB asks public to opt for eco-friendly Vinayagar idols
The Tamil Nadu Pollution Control Board has urged residents to use environmentally friendly Vinayagar idols for upcoming celebrations. New guidelines specify that idols should be crafted from natural, biodegradable substances such as traditional clay or mud, avoiding plastic, plaster of Paris and other polluting materials. The board hopes the rule will reduce water contamination and protect local ecosystems.