Odisha

Odisha Govt Sets New Norms For Idols To Check Water Pollution During Immersion

By
OB Bureau

Bhubaneswar: Due to synthetic materials used in making of idols causing pollution of water bodies during immersion, the state government has framed new rules for the idols to be immersed.

As per the Odisha Prevention and Control of Water Pollution (Procedure for Immersion of Idol after Pujas) Rules, 2021, the idols have to be made from natural, biodegradable and eco-friendly raw materials.

Use of Plaster of Paris (POP), plastic and thermocol (polystyrene) in idol making and toxic and non-biodegradable chemical dyes, oil paints and synthetic dye-based paints for the painting of the idols have been banned, according to a TNIE report.

The rules framed by the Forest, Environment and Climate Change department also prescribe the use of multi-use metallic or glass or plastic utensils, biodegradable plates, paper cups/plates and earthen pots in place of single-use plastic and thermocol for ‘prasad’ distribution and other purposes.

The large-scale idol manufacturers involved in making more than 100 idols a day will have to obtain registration from the local bodies. Registered idol makers will be liable for violation if they fail to comply with the norms.

Every puja committee will have to ensure that they construct only eco-friendly idols or procure them from the registered idol makers.

The rules have been prepared in compliance with the directions of the National Green Tribunal (NGT), revised guidelines of idol immersion by the Central Pollution Control Board and in line with West Bengal Prevention and Control of Water Pollution Rules.

OB Bureau

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