Updated On: 25 August, 2025 12:34 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
As part of the citywide initiative, over 275 artificial ponds have been set up across Mumbai to facilitate idol immersion, and the civic body has urged residents to use these ponds for eco-friendly celebrations. The Mumbai civic body has also encouraged home-based immersion using containers or community arrangements for smaller idols

BMC has distributed more than 990 tonnes of shadu (clay) free of cost to sculptors. Representational pic
The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) has announced extensive preparations to ensure a safe and environmentally conscious Ganesh Chaturthi 2025 celebrations. As part of the citywide initiative, over 275 artificial ponds have been set up across Mumbai to facilitate idol immersion, and the civic body has urged residents to use these ponds for eco-friendly celebrations. The Mumbai civic body has also encouraged home-based immersion using containers or community arrangements for smaller idols.
To promote the creation of sustainable idols, the Mumbai civic corporation has distributed more than 990 tonnes of shadu (clay) free of cost to sculptors across the city.