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Mula River

In Pune, idol immersion predominantly occurs at several key natural water bodies and designated artificial immersion sites. The Mula-Mutha River is a major location for these activities, with popular spots including Sangamwadi, Deccan, Vithalwadi, Garware Bridge, and Bhide Bridge. Additionally, lakes such as Katraj Lake and Pashan Lake are commonly used for idol immersion ceremonies. To promote eco-friendly practices, the Pune Municipal Corporation (PMC) has established artificial immersion tanks at various locations across the city, providing an alternative to traditional water bodies. These artificial tanks are set up in neighborhoods and major areas to facilitate safe and environmentally conscious idol immersion.

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Ganpati Visarjan in an artificial tank

Impact of Idol Immersion

Most of the immersion points in Pune are along the ghats of the two rivers, Mula and Mutha. At these ghats, immersion tanks have been built; however, many idols still find their way into the rivers themselves.
Most of the immersion points in Pune are along the ghats of the two rivers, Mula and Mutha. At these ghats, immersion tanks have been built; however, many idols still find their way into the rivers themselves.

In Pune, the celebration of Ganesh Chaturthi brings with it significant ecological challenges, particularly concerning idol immersion. Popular immersion sites include the Mula-Mutha River, Katraj Lake, and Pashan Lake. The idols, often made from Plaster of Paris (PoP) and painted with toxic dyes, contribute to water pollution. These materials release harmful chemicals such as lead, aluminum, and chromium into the water, damaging aquatic ecosystems.

The aftermath of immersions sees broken idols, plastic, and other offerings littering the water bodies and their surroundings. This pollution harms marine life, with toxic substances affecting fish and other aquatic organisms. Efforts to promote eco-friendly practices, such as using artificial tanks for immersions, are underway but require more robust implementation and public participation to mitigate the environmental impact effectively

Material

In Pune, Ganesh idols are traditionally made from a variety of materials, each chosen based on cultural preferences, environmental considerations, and artistic styles. The most traditional and eco-friendly material is clay, specifically Shadu Mati, a natural clay found in riverbeds that dissolves easily in water, making it ideal for environmentally friendly immersions. Another commonly used material is Plaster of Paris (POP), favored for its ease of molding and finishing, although it poses environmental challenges as it does not dissolve easily in water. Paper mache is gaining popularity due to its eco-friendly nature, being lightweight and biodegradable. Additionally, some artisans use natural fibers and plant-based materials such as coir and jute, which are biodegradable and aesthetically unique. There is also a growing trend towards using recyclable materials like recycled paper and cardboard, reflecting a shift towards more sustainable practices. The choice of material often depends on the preferences of the devotees, cost considerations, and the desire to minimize environmental impact, with many in Pune now opting for eco-friendly alternatives to reduce the ecological footprint of Ganesh Chaturthi celebrations.

Government Action Jaahir Avahan

Pune Jaahir avahan 2023

The Pune Municipal Corporation (PMC) took decisive action to ensure an eco-friendly Ganesh festival, urging citizens to avoid purchasing Plaster of Paris (POP) idols, which are banned by the government. In a recent order, the PMC directed craftsmen, artisans, and manufacturers to use only natural, biodegradable, and eco-friendly materials like traditional clay and mud for making idols.

The order prohibited the use of POP, plastic, and thermocol in idol-making and encouraged using dried flower components, straw, and natural tree resins for ornaments. The Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) guidelines were reiterated, emphasizing eco-friendly, water-based, biodegradable, and non-toxic natural dyes for coloring idols. The use of toxic chemical dyes, oil paints, enamel, and synthetic dyes was strictly prohibited, recommending natural materials and dyes for decorative clothes instead.

Dr. Kunal Khemnar, additional commissioner of PMC, stressed the importance of an eco-friendly approach to idol-making for environmental protection and urged citizens to support the initiative by buying from craftsmen following pollution guidelines.

PUNE 2023

24 Sept & 1 Oct 2023  10 am to 1 pm

Collection Centres


Name Stakeholder City Pin Code Phone Number Details
Fnclaycollectorfifteen Lnclaycollectorfifteen Pune 411058 8976234848
Pune (View Map)
02 Feb 2025
Ccfive Ccfive CityFive 615223 8010239334
23 Jan 2025
Collection Centre Location Five (View Map)
Fnone Lnone CityOne 415263 8010239390
Collection Centre Location One (View Map)
30 Jan 2025
Collection Centre Location One (View Map)
29 Jan 2025

MAP OF COLLECTION CENTERS  Dates of collection : 24 Sept and 1 Oct 2023

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LIST OF PMC COLLECTION CENTERS 

Dates of collection : 23 Sept and 28th Oct 2023 4 pm to 8 pm 

पुनरावर्तन संकलन केंद्राची ठिकाणेCollection Center NamePMC Contact Person Name
N A G A R R O A DW A D G A O N S H E R I
सुभेदार मालोजी आंबेडकर शाळा, रामवाडी
Subhedar Maloji Ambedkar School, Ramwadi
श्री.हनुमंता सावळी
9689930576
कै.राजाराम भिकू पठारे स्टेडियम, खराडीRajaram Bhiku Pathare Stadium, Kharadiश्रीमती.सुषमा मुंढे
7447472200
लोणकर शाळा, वडगावशेरीLonkar School, Vadgaonsheriश्री.संदेश रोडे
9689937992
संत तुकाराम प्राथमिक विद्यालय, लोहगावSant Tukaram Primary School, Lohgaonश्री.श्रीपाद महाजन
9325592730
वाघेश्वर मंदिर, वाघोलीWagheshwar Temple, Wagholiश्री.अनिल डमाळे
9689932135
2. Y E R A W A D AK A L A SD H A N O R I
संतमाळी महाराज घाट येरवडाSantamali Maharaj Ghat Yerawada
लक्ष्मण धोंडीबा शेलार घाट विश्रांतवाडीLaxman Dhondiba Shelar Ghat Vishrantwadi
3. D H O L E P A T I LR O A D
संगम ब्रीज घाटSangam Bridge Ghatश्री.मुकुंद घम
9689938715
शाहु उद्यान जलतरण तलावShahu Udyan Swimming Poolश्री.निखिल शेंडगे
8380034343
बंडगार्डन विसर्जन होदBundgarden Immersion Haudश्रीमती.लक्ष्मी गवारी
8308841301
4. A U N D H B A N E R
वाकेश्वर मंदिर गणपती घाट, पाषाणWakeshwar Mandir Ganpati Ghat, Pashanश्री. शिवाजी गायकवाड
9689936521
आयटी मैदान सुतारवाडीIT Maidan Sutarwadiश्रीमती कविता निम्हण
7447472411
राजीव गांधी गणपती विसर्जन घाटRajiv Gandhi Ganpati Visarjan Ghatश्री. नितीन लोखंडे
9970129917
5. S H I V A J I N A G A RG H O L E R O A D
वृद्धेश्वर सिद्धेश्वर गणपती विसर्जन घाटVriddheshwar Siddheshwar Ganapati Visarjan Ghatश्री. राहुल शेळके /
श्रीमती.कविता खरात
9850841727 /
9689931547
पतंगा गणपती विसर्जन घाटPatanga Ganapati Visarjan Ghatश्री. विनोद सरोदे /
श्रीमती. निलिमा काकडे
9689931406 /
9860593110
गोखलेनगर मैदानGokhale Nagar Maidanश्री. तुषार राऊत
9689939528
6. K O T H R U DB A V D H A N
सावरकर मैदान, उजवी भुसारी कॉलनीSavarkar Maidan, Right Bhusari Colonyश्री. गणेश साठे
9689938103
थोरात उद्यानThorat Parkश्री. प्रमोद चव्हाण
9689937916
कमिन्स कंपनी गेट नं.१CUMMINS COMPANY GATE NO.1श्री. करण कुंभार
8446131214
7. D H A N K A W A D IS A H K A R N A G A R
कात्रज रॅम - दूध डेअरीKatraj Ramp - Milk Dairyधनाजी नवले
9689931119
थोरवे शाळा दोनThorway School Twoभारती कोठाळे

9689931680
तीन हत्ती चौक तीनTeen Hatti Chowkअमोल लांडगे
9689939526
8. S I N H A G A D H R O A D
कल्पना चावला शाळाKalpana Chawla School
सनसिटी भाजी मंडईSuncity Vegetable Market
धायरी फाटा आरोग्य कोठीDhairi Phata Arogya Kothi
9. W A R J EK A R V E N A G A R
एस एम जोशी पूल घाटSM Joshi Pool Ghatश्री राजेंद्र वैराट
9689934076
कर्वेनगर स्मशानभूमी घाटKarvenagar Cemetery Ghatनंदा प्रताप मॅडम
9689938502
वारजे स्मशानभूमी घाटWarje Cemetery Ghatश्री.सचिन सावंत
9766264005
10. H A D A P S A RM U N D H W A
भोसले गार्डनBhosle Gardenश्री.सचिन लडकत
9689931431
मनपा शाळा क्र 32Municipal School No. 32श्री.गणेश साठे
9689935623
कोंढवा - दशक्रिया विधी आरोग्य कोठी लगतKondhawa - Dashakriya Vidhi Ghta - Near Aarogya Kotiश्री. नवनाथ शेलार
9689931072
11. K O N D H W AY E W L E W A D I
उत्कर्ष सोसायटी - नानासाहेब पेशवें तलावUtkarsh Society - Nanasaheb Peshwa Lakeश्री.प्रशांत कर्णे
9561499134
चिंतामणराव देशमुख शाळा बिबवेवाडी पोलिस स्टेशन बिबवेवाडीChintamanrao Deshmukh School Bibwewadi Police Station Bibwewadiश्रीमती.अर्चना कदम
9689931834
एसबीआय बँक, कात्रज - कोंढवा रोड (शत्रुंजय मंदिर जवळ)SBI Bank, Katraj - Kondhwa Road (Near Shatrunjaya Mandir)श्री.अमर शेरे
9689936093
12. W A N W A D IR A M T E K D I
नर्मदाबाई किसन कांबळे शाळाNarmadabai Kisan Kamble Schoolमिलिंद खांदोडे
9689931097
शिंदे छत्री विसर्जन घाटShinde Chatri visarjan Ghatसंजय साळूके
9689931114
संत गाडगे महाराज मनपा शाळा (बांधलेले हौद)Sant Gadge Maharaj Schoolदत्तात्रय सुतार
9822374821
13. K A S B A V I S H R A M B A G H W A D A
गाडगीळ शाळा आरोग्य कोठीGadgil School Health Kothiनंदकुमार म्हांगरे
9689935284
जिजामाता शाळाJijamata Schoolकृष्णा अवघडे
9689930552
नुमवि शाळा (मुलींची)Numavi School (Girls)किशोर थोरात
9689937232
14. B H A W A N I P E T H
आनंदीबाई कर्वे शाळा - गुरुवार पेठAnandi Bai Karve School - Guruwar Peth
सावित्रीबाई फुले शाळा - रामोशी गेटSavitri Bai Phule School - Ramoshi Gate
स्वारगेट पोलीस लाईनSwargate Police Line
15. B I B W E W A D I
वैरागे उद्यान, आनंद पार्क, गुलटेकडीVairage Udyan, Anand Park, Gultekdi
चिंतामणराव देशमुख पीएमसी शाळा, बिबवेवाडी पोलिस स्टेशनजवळChintamanrao Deshmukh PMC School, Near Bibvewadi Police Station
अप्पर क्रीडा संकुल, व्हीआयटी कॉलेज, बिबवेवाडीUpper Krida Sankul, VIT College, Bibvewadi

Click on the icon on top left of the map to get details of coordinator for each center and contact details 

MAP OF PMC COLLECTION CENTERS  Dates of collection : 23 Sept and 28th Oct 2023

Click on the icon on top left of the map to get details of coordinator for each center and contact details 

SOCIETIES PARTICIPATING IN COLLECTION Coordinated by Swach Cooperative - 1st Oct 2023

अ.क्र.क्षेत्रिय कार्यालयसोसायटी १Society 1
1औंध-बाणेरपार्क एक्सप्रेस, फेज २ सोसायटी, बालेवाडीPark Express, Phase 2 society, Balewadi
मॉन्ट व्हर्ट प्रेस्टाइन, औंध रोड, खडकीMont Vert Prestine, Aundh Road, Khadki
2कसबा विश्रामबागवाडाडीएसके चिंतामणी, एबीसी चौक, लोखंडे तालीम, शनिवार पेठDSK Chintamani, ABC chouk, Lokhande Talim, Shaniwar peth
आलोक नगरी, पावले चौक, मंगळवार पेठAlok Nagari, Pavale Chowk, Mangalwar Peth
3कोंढवा-येवलेवाडीमहालक्ष्मी सोसायटी, लेक टाऊन रोडMahalakshmi Society, Lake Town Road
निलया सोसायटीNilaya Society
4कोथरूड-बावधनवेदविहारVedvihar
स्नेह स्वर्गSneh Paradise
5ढोलेपाटील रोडअभिउद्य सहकारी संस्था, सोमवार पेठ, नरपत गिरी चौकAbhiudya Cooprative Society, Somvar Peth, Narpat Giri Chowk
द ट्रफ, बीटी कवाडे रोड, ढोले पाटील रोडThe Truf, b.t Kawade road, Dhole Patil Road
6धनकवडी-सहकारनगरझेंडू फेज I बॉम्बे शॉपर, चंदन नगर, प्रभाग - ४
7 नगररोड-वडगावशेरी मॅरीगोल्ड फेज २, कल्याणी नगर, प्रभाग - ५ "Marigold Phase I
7नगररोड-वडगावशेरीमॅरीगोल्ड फेज २, कल्याणी नगर, प्रभाग - ५Marigold Phase 2, Kalyani Nagar, Prabhag-5"
बॉम्बे शॉपर, चंदन नगर, प्रभाग - ४Bombay Shopper, Chandan Nagar, Prabhag - 4
8बिबवेवाडीचिंतामणी भाग १Chintamani Part 1
वैभव सोसायटी, कॅनरा बँक, स्म्शान भूमी रोड, बिबवेवाडीVaibhav Society, Canara Bank, Smshan Bhoomi Road, Bibwewadi
9भवानी पेठNext to Hari Ganga Society Yerawada, RTO
Brahm Sky Society, Kalavad, Dhanori
10येरवडा कळस धानोरीहरी गंगा सोसायटी येरवडा, RTO शेजारीHari Ganga Society, Yerawada, Next to RTO
ब्राह्म स्काय सोसायटी, कळवड, धानोरीBrahm Sky Society, Kalavad, Dhanori
11वानवडी-रामटेकडीसिल्व्हर व्हॅली सोसायटीSilver Valley Society
गंगा समृध्दी सोसायटीGanga Prosperity Society
12वारजे-कर्वेनगरस्वप्नशिल्प सोसायटी, वारजे क्षेत्रीय कार्यालया शेजारीSwapnashilp Society, Next to Warje Regional Office
नटराज सोसायटी, प्रतिज्ञा हॉल जवळNataraj Society, Near Pratigya Hall
13शिवाजीनगर-घोलेरोडकस्तुरकुंजKasturkunj
मंत्री किशोर पार्कMantri Kishor Park
14सिंहगड रोडसन सिटी सोसायटी, सनसिटी बस थांब जवळSun City Society, Near Sun City Bus
विजयनगर सोसायटी, धायरेश्वर मंदीर जवळ, धायरीVijayanagar Society, Near Dhaireshwar Mandir, Dhayri
15हडपसर-मुंढवान्याती इस्टेट सोसायटी, न्याती चौकाजवळ, मोहम्मदवाडी, हडपसरNyati Estate Society, Near Nyati Chowk, Mohmmadwadi, Hadapsar
लाईफ पार्क सोसायटी, न्याती चौकाजवळ, महंमदवाडी, हडपसरLife Park Society, Near Nyati Chowk, Mohmmadwadi, Hadapsar

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