Vijayawada: NTR district administration is making grand arrangements to set a world record on Aug 26 by crafting the highest number of clay Ganesha idols in a single day. The initiative aims to spread awareness about eco-friendly Vinayaka Chavithi celebrations. District collector G Lakshmisha said they want to raise public awareness on ways to protect the environment. “We are coming up with this innovative initiative to please Mother Nature. We want people to celebrate the festival in a spiritual atmosphere while protecting the environment,” he said. The record attempt will be carried out by thousands of students from schools across the district, with the Indira Gandhi municipal ground in Vijayawada serving as the main venue. Several schools and voluntary organisations are also being involved to ensure maximum participation. “People, NGOs, and other associations should come together for such programmes, which are beneficial for us and also for future generations,” Lakshmisha added. The idols made on Aug 26 will later be distributed to the public to encourage households to adopt clay idols instead of harmful alternatives. The collector also urged people to make clay idols at home and share the photos through WhatsApp to inspire others.NOVEL INITIATIVEWorld record attempt scheduled for Aug 26Thousands of students to prepare the clay Ganeshas in a single dayIndira Gandhi municipal ground in Vijayawada to serve as main venueIdols will be distributed to public after the eventInitiative aimed at promoting eco-friendly Vinayaka Chavithi and protect water bodies
