Archive · 28 Jul 2026
Bombay HC Seeks Maharashtra's Stand on Eco-Friendly Ganesh Idols
The Bombay High Court asked the Maharashtra government if they will follow Prime Minister Narendra Modi's request to use eco-friendly clay idols during the Ganesh festival.
The court is also looking into petitions about the use of Plaster of Paris (PoP) idols.
Some people want strict rules to stop pollution, while others who make PoP idols say the rules are unfair.
The court will hear more about this on Wednesday.
Bombay High Court seeks Maharashtra government's response on PM Modi's appeal for eco-friendly clay Ganesh idols.
Court hearing involves petitions on the use and immersion of Plaster of Paris (PoP) idols.
CPCB guidelines prohibit the immersion of PoP idols in natural water bodies.
Environmentalists seek strict enforcement of guidelines, while PoP idol manufacturers challenge them.
Next hearing scheduled for Wednesday.
- Who
- Bombay High Court, Maharashtra Government, Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Environmentalist Rohit Joshi, PoP Idol Manufacturers
- What
- Hearing on the use and immersion of Plaster of Paris (PoP) idols
- When
- July 27, 2026
- Where
- Mumbai, India
- Why
- To clarify the Maharashtra government's stand on PM Modi's appeal for eco-friendly clay Ganesh idols and the enforcement of CPCB guidelines
Environmentalists
PoP Idol Manufacturers
Enforcement of CPCB Guidelines
Environmentalists
Strict enforcement of the 2020 CPCB guidelines to prevent pollution.
PoP Idol Manufacturers
Challenging the guidelines as they violate their fundamental right to carry on business.
- Date
- July 27, 2026
- Court
- Bombay High Court
- Prime Minister's Appeal
- Eco-friendly clay idols
- CPCB Guidelines
- Prohibit immersion of PoP idols in natural water bodies
- Next Hearing
- Wednesday