40 mins ago
Eco-Friendly Clay Ganesh Idol Competition Held in Vijayawada
Children in Vijayawada took part in a competition to make Ganesh idols from clay.
The event took place at Tagore Library on Saturday.
It was part of the Vinayaka Chavithi celebrations.
Former corporator Nellibandla Balaswamy praised the children’s creativity.
He explained that clay idols are better for the environment.
He said plaster-of-Paris idols and chemical colours can pollute water.
Students, parents, and library staff joined the programme.
Prizes were given to winners in two age categories.
An eco-friendly clay Ganesh idol-making competition was held at Tagore Library in Vijayawada on Saturday.
The event was organised as part of Vinayaka Chavithi celebrations.
Former corporator Nellibandla Balaswamy said clay idols help protect nature, unlike plaster-of-Paris idols and chemical colours that can pollute water bodies.
Students from various schools, their parents, and library staff participated in the programme.
Winners in senior and junior categories received prizes.
- Who
- Students from various schools, their parents, library staff, library officer K Ramadevi, and former corporator Nellibandla Balaswamy.
- What
- An eco-friendly clay Ganesh idol-making competition was conducted.
- Where
- Tagore Library in Vijayawada.
- When
- Saturday, as stated in the report.
- Why
- The event was held for Vinayaka Chavithi celebrations and to encourage creativity and awareness of environmental protection.
Key facts
- Event
- Eco-friendly clay Ganesh idol-making competition
- Location
- Tagore Library, Vijayawada
- Occasion
- Vinayaka Chavithi celebrations
- Chief guest
- Former corporator Nellibandla Balaswamy
- Participants
- Students from various schools, parents, and library staff
- Awards
- Prizes were presented in senior and junior categories
- Environmental message
- Clay idols were promoted as an alternative to plaster-of-Paris idols and chemical colours
Sources
Related news
Eco-Friendly Clay Ganesha Idols Urged to Protect Water Bodies
Jagtial Collector Urges Eco-Friendly Clay Ganeshas for Vinayaka Chavithi
Clay Ganeshas Gain Momentum Ahead of Eco-Friendly Ganesh Chaturthi
Youth Promotes Clay Ganesha Idols for Greener Celebrations
Bhiwandi Students Craft Eco-Friendly Ganesh Idols At School Competition
Anantapur Collector Urges Clay Ganesha Idols To Protect Environment
Vijaya Dairy Announces Milk Price Hike From September 14
Vijayawada Plans Rs 600 Crore Stormwater Drainage Overhaul
Andhra Pradesh Releases Two DAs, DRs for Employees, Pensioners
Centre Offers Support for Andhra Pradesh’s Quantum Bio Valley
