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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
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
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 List of collection centers
24 Sept & 1 Oct 2023 10 am to 1 pm
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 ठिकाणे | Collection Center Name | PMC Contact Person Name |
|---|---|---|
| N A G A R R O A D | W 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, खराडी | Rajaram Bhiku Pathare Stadium, Kharadi | श्रीमती.सुषमा मुंढे 7447472200 |
| लोणकर शाळा, वडगावशेरी | Lonkar School, Vadgaonsheri | श्री.संदेश रोडे 9689937992 |
| संत तुकाराम प्राथमिक विद्यालय, लोहगाव | Sant Tukaram Primary School, Lohgaon | श्री.श्रीपाद महाजन 9325592730 |
| वाघेश्वर मंदिर, वाघोली | Wagheshwar Temple, Wagholi | श्री.अनिल डमाळे 9689932135 |
| 2. Y E R A W A D A | K A L A S | D H A N O R I |
| संतमाळी महाराज घाट येरवडा | Santamali Maharaj Ghat Yerawada | |
| लक्ष्मण धोंडीबा शेलार घाट विश्रांतवाडी | Laxman Dhondiba Shelar Ghat Vishrantwadi | |
| 3. D H O L E P A T I L | R O A D | |
| संगम ब्रीज घाट | Sangam Bridge Ghat | श्री.मुकुंद घम 9689938715 |
| शाहु उद्यान जलतरण तलाव | Shahu Udyan Swimming Pool | श्री.निखिल शेंडगे 8380034343 |
| बंडगार्डन विसर्जन होद | Bundgarden Immersion Haud | श्रीमती.लक्ष्मी गवारी 8308841301 |
| 4. A U N D H | B A N E R | |
| वाकेश्वर मंदिर गणपती घाट, पाषाण | Wakeshwar Mandir Ganpati Ghat, Pashan | श्री. शिवाजी गायकवाड 9689936521 |
| आयटी मैदान सुतारवाडी | IT Maidan Sutarwadi | श्रीमती कविता निम्हण 7447472411 |
| राजीव गांधी गणपती विसर्जन घाट | Rajiv Gandhi Ganpati Visarjan Ghat | श्री. नितीन लोखंडे 9970129917 |
| 5. S H I V A J I N A G A R | G H O L E R O A D | |
| वृद्धेश्वर सिद्धेश्वर गणपती विसर्जन घाट | Vriddheshwar Siddheshwar Ganapati Visarjan Ghat | श्री. राहुल शेळके / श्रीमती.कविता खरात 9850841727 / 9689931547 |
| पतंगा गणपती विसर्जन घाट | Patanga Ganapati Visarjan Ghat | श्री. विनोद सरोदे / श्रीमती. निलिमा काकडे 9689931406 / 9860593110 |
| गोखलेनगर मैदान | Gokhale Nagar Maidan | श्री. तुषार राऊत 9689939528 |
| 6. K O T H R U D | B A V D H A N | |
| सावरकर मैदान, उजवी भुसारी कॉलनी | Savarkar Maidan, Right Bhusari Colony | श्री. गणेश साठे 9689938103 |
| थोरात उद्यान | Thorat Park | श्री. प्रमोद चव्हाण 9689937916 |
| कमिन्स कंपनी गेट नं.१ | CUMMINS COMPANY GATE NO.1 | श्री. करण कुंभार 8446131214 |
| 7. D H A N K A W A D I | S A H K A R N A G A R | |
| कात्रज रॅम - दूध डेअरी | Katraj Ramp - Milk Dairy | धनाजी नवले 9689931119 |
| थोरवे शाळा दोन | Thorway School Two | भारती कोठाळे 9689931680 |
| तीन हत्ती चौक तीन | Teen Hatti Chowk | अमोल लांडगे 9689939526 |
| 8. S I N H A G A D H | R O A D | |
| कल्पना चावला शाळा | Kalpana Chawla School | |
| सनसिटी भाजी मंडई | Suncity Vegetable Market | |
| धायरी फाटा आरोग्य कोठी | Dhairi Phata Arogya Kothi | |
| 9. W A R J E | K A R V E N A G A R | |
| एस एम जोशी पूल घाट | SM Joshi Pool Ghat | श्री राजेंद्र वैराट 9689934076 |
| कर्वेनगर स्मशानभूमी घाट | Karvenagar Cemetery Ghat | नंदा प्रताप मॅडम 9689938502 |
| वारजे स्मशानभूमी घाट | Warje Cemetery Ghat | श्री.सचिन सावंत 9766264005 |
| 10. H A D A P S A R | M U N D H W A | |
| भोसले गार्डन | Bhosle Garden | श्री.सचिन लडकत 9689931431 |
| मनपा शाळा क्र 32 | Municipal School No. 32 | श्री.गणेश साठे 9689935623 |
| कोंढवा - दशक्रिया विधी आरोग्य कोठी लगत | Kondhawa - Dashakriya Vidhi Ghta - Near Aarogya Koti | श्री. नवनाथ शेलार 9689931072 |
| 11. K O N D H W A | Y E W L E W A D I | |
| उत्कर्ष सोसायटी - नानासाहेब पेशवें तलाव | Utkarsh Society - Nanasaheb Peshwa Lake | श्री.प्रशांत कर्णे 9561499134 |
| चिंतामणराव देशमुख शाळा बिबवेवाडी पोलिस स्टेशन बिबवेवाडी | Chintamanrao Deshmukh School Bibwewadi Police Station Bibwewadi | श्रीमती.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 I | R A M T E K D I | |
| नर्मदाबाई किसन कांबळे शाळा | Narmadabai Kisan Kamble School | मिलिंद खांदोडे 9689931097 |
| शिंदे छत्री विसर्जन घाट | Shinde Chatri visarjan Ghat | संजय साळूके 9689931114 |
| संत गाडगे महाराज मनपा शाळा (बांधलेले हौद) | Sant Gadge Maharaj School | दत्तात्रय 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 कोठी | Gadgil School Health Kothi | नंदकुमार म्हांगरे 9689935284 |
| जिजामाता शाळा | Jijamata School | कृष्णा 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 पेठ | Anandi Bai Karve School - Guruwar Peth | |
| सावित्रीबाई फुले शाळा - रामोशी गेट | Savitri Bai Phule School - Ramoshi Gate | |
| स्वारगेट पोलीस लाईन | Swargate Police Line | |
| 15. B I B W E W A D I | ||
| वैरागे उद्यान, आनंद पार्क, गुलटेकडी | Vairage Udyan, Anand Park, Gultekdi | |
| चिंतामणराव देशमुख पीएमसी शाळा, बिबवेवाडी पोलिस स्टेशनजवळ | Chintamanrao Deshmukh PMC School, Near Bibvewadi Police Station | |
| अप्पर क्रीडा संकुल, व्हीआयटी कॉलेज, बिबवेवाडी | Upper 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 कार्यालय | सोसायटी १ | Society 1 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | औंध-बाणेर | पार्क एक्सप्रेस, फेज २ सोसायटी, बालेवाडी | Park Express, Phase 2 society, Balewadi |
| मॉन्ट व्हर्ट प्रेस्टाइन, औंध रोड, खडकी | Mont Vert Prestine, Aundh Road, Khadki | ||
| 2 | कसबा विश्रामबागवाडा | डीएसके चिंतामणी, एबीसी चौक, लोखंडे तालीम, शनिवार पेठ | DSK Chintamani, ABC chouk, Lokhande Talim, Shaniwar peth |
| आलोक नगरी, पावले चौक, मंगळवार पेठ | Alok Nagari, Pavale Chowk, Mangalwar Peth | ||
| 3 | कोंढवा-येवलेवाडी | महालक्ष्मी सोसायटी, लेक टाऊन रोड | Mahalakshmi Society, Lake Town Road |
| निलया सोसायटी | Nilaya Society | ||
| 4 | कोथरूड-बावधन | वेदविहार | Vedvihar |
| स्नेह स्वर्ग | Sneh Paradise | ||
| 5 | ढोलेपाटील रोड | अभिउद्य सहकारी संस्था, सोमवार पेठ, नरपत गिरी चौक | Abhiudya Cooprative Society, Somvar Peth, Narpat Giri Chowk |
| द ट्रफ, बीटी कवाडे रोड, ढोले पाटील रोड | The Truf, b.t Kawade road, Dhole Patil Road | ||
| 6 | धनकवडी-सहकारनगर | झेंडू फेज I बॉम्बे शॉपर, चंदन नगर, प्रभाग - ४ 7 नगररोड-वडगावशेरी मॅरीगोल्ड फेज २, कल्याणी नगर, प्रभाग - ५ "Marigold Phase I | |
| 7 | नगररोड-वडगावशेरी | मॅरीगोल्ड फेज २, कल्याणी नगर, प्रभाग - ५ | Marigold Phase 2, Kalyani Nagar, Prabhag-5" |
| बॉम्बे शॉपर, चंदन नगर, प्रभाग - ४ | Bombay Shopper, Chandan Nagar, Prabhag - 4 | ||
| 8 | बिबवेवाडी | चिंतामणी भाग १ | Chintamani Part 1 |
| वैभव सोसायटी, कॅनरा बँक, स्म्शान भूमी रोड, बिबवेवाडी | Vaibhav Society, Canara Bank, Smshan Bhoomi Road, Bibwewadi | ||
| 9 | भवानी पेठ | Next to Hari Ganga Society Yerawada, RTO | |
| Brahm Sky Society, Kalavad, Dhanori | |||
| 10 | येरवडा कळस धानोरी | हरी गंगा सोसायटी येरवडा, RTO शेजारी | Hari Ganga Society, Yerawada, Next to RTO |
| ब्राह्म स्काय सोसायटी, कळवड, धानोरी | Brahm Sky Society, Kalavad, Dhanori | ||
| 11 | वानवडी-रामटेकडी | सिल्व्हर व्हॅली सोसायटी | Silver Valley Society |
| गंगा समृध्दी सोसायटी | Ganga Prosperity Society | ||
| 12 | वारजे-कर्वेनगर | स्वप्नशिल्प सोसायटी, वारजे क्षेत्रीय कार्यालया शेजारी | Swapnashilp Society, Next to Warje Regional Office |
| नटराज सोसायटी, प्रतिज्ञा हॉल जवळ | Nataraj Society, Near Pratigya Hall | ||
| 13 | शिवाजीनगर-घोलेरोड | कस्तुरकुंज | Kasturkunj |
| मंत्री किशोर पार्क | Mantri Kishor Park | ||
| 14 | सिंहगड रोड | सन सिटी सोसायटी, सनसिटी बस थांब जवळ | Sun City Society, Near Sun City Bus |
| विजयनगर सोसायटी, धायरेश्वर मंदीर जवळ, धायरी | Vijayanagar Society, Near Dhaireshwar Mandir, Dhayri | ||
| 15 | हडपसर-मुंढवा | न्याती इस्टेट सोसायटी, न्याती चौकाजवळ, मोहम्मदवाडी, हडपसर | Nyati Estate Society, Near Nyati Chowk, Mohmmadwadi, Hadapsar |
| लाईफ पार्क सोसायटी, न्याती चौकाजवळ, महंमदवाडी, हडपसर | Life Park Society, Near Nyati Chowk, Mohmmadwadi, Hadapsar |
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