We all are excited for Ganesh Chaturthi, these days the trends to make Eco friendly Ganesh at home is at peak. Eco-friendly Ganesha idols are those that are made of clay, natural fibers, paper and other biodegradable materials. These idols, when immersed in water degrade faster and do not harm the environment as much as the ones made of POP. Ganesha idols made of POP is the fact that POP does not degrade easily, leading to severe consequences like polluted water. The material also increases the acid content of water sources and can kill natural life in the water. It also pollutes the environment and causes severe other threats.
Why go for Eco-Friendly Ganesh
Idols made of Plaster of Paris are non-biodegradable and it will contaminate water by killing the sea-going lives and expanding the corrosive substance of the water. While eco-friendly idols are degradable and they won't hurt any living creatures in the water.
Being responsible citizens we can accomplish something for our environment Plaster of Paris is non-biodegradable made of poisons and unsafe colors and it severely pollutes the sea-going life and water bodies. To spare and secure our nature, we should hold hands and do our bit, and go for eco-friendly items.
Other than Plaster of Paris. There are numerous sparkles and metals used to make Ganesh Murtis that are harmful to the body when it interacts with it. This can cause allergy and other health problems due to the presence of chemicals. While Eco-friendly Ganesh Idols are not made with any such sparkles. Here are some easy ways to make Eco friendly Ganesh.
Turmeric: You might be shocked but you can also use turmeric to make lord Ganesh Ideals. It is one of the most common foods that is used to fashion an idol on Ganesh Chaturthi. In southern India, women make idols of Goddess. Parvati and Lord Ganesh on this event and decorate them with mango flowers and leaves. The idol can be made with dough mixed with turmeric, and the idol can be immersed at home. This water can be used to sanitise the house.
Clay: One of the most common ways to make eco-friendly ganesh at home is by clay. There are various types of clay is available on market. You can choose any according to your need. It is one of the easiest ways. Also, you can plant a tree after visarjan.
Chocolate: One of the most popular way to make eco friendly other than clay is chocolate, Edible Ganesh idols made with chocolate have been very popular among the people even in the past few years. While some use dark chocolate to make the idols, others prefer to cover theirs in silver or edible gold leaf. People have also used colourful gems chocolate to decorate their Ganesh idols. You can do Visarjan of Ganesh in milk and distribute eat to kids.
Wheat Floor: It is available in every household. One of the easiest way of making a Ganesh idol with food at home is using wheat dough. Make a stiff dough, divide it in balls and arrange them in the shape of Lord Ganesha. You can use a toothpick to carve out the features of the lord. You can decorate with different types of pulses can also be used to decorate the idol.
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