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Over 3,100 Nashik Students Create Eco-Friendly Ganesh Idols

More than 3,100 students in Nashik joined a special workshop.

They learned how to make Ganesh idols from shadu soil.

Shadu soil is described as an environmentally friendly material.

The workshop took place at the College of Engineering premises.

Many students came from both cities and villages.

Most planned to use the idols they made at home.

Organisers said the activity helps protect the environment.

They also said it helps children preserve culture and traditions.

Key facts

Participants: More than 3,100 students
Material: Environmentally friendly shadu soil
Location: College of Engineering premises, Nashik
Date: September 6, 2026
Expected use: Most students planned to install the idols they made
Organisers: K K Wagh Educational Institute, K K Wagh Foundation, Shri Balasaheb Wagh Welfare Foundation, SMILE and Spinach Center of Excellence
Alternative promoted: Shadu soil idols instead of plaster of Paris idols

freepressjournal.in · 13 hrs ago