Pune: As part of efforts to promote an eco-friendly Ganesh festival, the Pimpri-Chinchwad Municipal Corporation (PCMC) has set up 85 collection and donation centers where devotees can donate their Ganesh idols after immersion.

Locations of Idol Donation Centers by Regional Offices:

• A Regional Office: Sai Garden, Sambhajinagar; Pyramid Hall, Shahunagar; Vitthal Temple, Akurdi; and more.

• B Regional Office: Mamurdi Crematorium Ghat, Mahadev Temple, Kiwale; Thergaon Bridge near Birla Hospital, etc.

• C Regional Office: Chikhali Crematorium, Moshi Dashkriya Ghat, Bhosari Sports Complex near Ankushrao Landge Theatre, and others.

• D Regional Office: Ram Temple Ghat, Pimple Nilakh Municipal School, Datta Temple Ghat, and others.

• E Regional Office: Alankapuram Society, Wadgaonwadi; Dudulgaon Ghat (Indrayani River), Digha Village, and more.

• F Regional Office: Mhetrevsti School, Nighoje Bridge, Thackeray Ground, Yamunanagar, etc.

• G Regional Office: Pavneshwar Ghat, Pimpri Camp, Thergaon Crematorium, Keju Devi Barrage, and others.

• H Regional Office: Kasarwadi Crematorium, Dapodi Harris Bridge Ghat, Shri Vetal Maharaj Ghat, Old Sangvi, and more.

The initiative aims to reduce environmental impact by encouraging citizens to opt for artificial immersion ponds or donate their idols instead of immersing them in natural water bodies.

PCMC has organized various activities, including eco-friendly Ganesh idol-making and decoration competitions at the school level, as well as contests for eco-friendly home decorations.

As part of the broader initiative, all necessary facilities will be provided at the immersion points on the day of immersion to ensure smooth and eco-friendly proceedings.

Through these widespread efforts, the PCMC encourages all residents to contribute to a more eco-friendly Ganesh festival this year by making sustainable choices during the immersion process.