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What are some key points of the Revised Guidelines for Idol Immersions by CPCB?

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Shivali Rajan asked 5 years ago
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What are some key pointsof the Revised Guidelines for Idol Immersions by CPCB
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What are some key pointsof the Revised Guidelines for Idol Immersions by CPCB
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Keeping in mind the damages and pollution caused towards environment and several water bodies in India, CPCB bans POP Idols.
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Team GreenSutra® Staff answered 5 years ago

On 12th May 2020, CPCB released ‘Revised Guidelines for Idol Immersions’.

Key Points from the revised guidelines for Idol Immersion:

  • Idols made using Plaster of Paris (PoP) shall be banned.
  • Accessories used along with the Idols should be made using dried flower components, straw and other biodegradable materials.
  • Use of Single-Use-Plastic and Thermocol (Polystyrene) shall not be permitted.
  • Use of toxic and non-biodegradable chemical dyes/oils paints on Idols shall be strictly prohibited.
  • All craftsmen or artisans or manufacturers involved in making Idols shall be registered with Civic Bodies.
  • Large scale idol manufacturers (100 idols / day) shall be registered with the Urban Local Bodies (ULB).
  • Pooja Organizing Committees shall procure only eco-friendly idols from respective ULB registered or authorized craftsmen or artisans.
  • Pooja Organizing Committees shall seek prior permission from ULBs at least 1 month in advance for the idol immersions.
  • Waste collection centers for collection of segregated waste in the vicinity of the immersion sites shall be arranged by the local bodies.
  • Littering or burning of solid wastes generated at the immersion sites shall be strictly prohibited.