If you are planning to celebrate this Ganeshotsav in an eco-friendly way, then make sure that your makhar is made of eco-friendly materials. The Kalyan-Dombivli Municipal Corporation (KDMC) has appealed the citizens of the twin cities to say no makhars made of thermocol . It will help save your time and promote an eco-friendly Ganeshotsav,” the official said. “We have increased the prize money to motivate all the mandals to switch to eco-friendly idols and makhars. Thsi will help us spread the message of celebrating an eco-friendly Ganeshotsav,” said Devlekar.

Source: Hindustan Times August 17, 2017 18:33 UTC