Updated On: 20 July, 2023 07:09 AM IST | Mumbai | Sameer Surve
Takes firm steps to curb pollution, mandates eco-friendly materials and imposes strict rules for household idols, including lodging police complaints for violators

BMC has mandated that household idols must not exceed 4 feet in height
The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) will establish a special squad to monitor Plaster of Paris (POP) Ganesh idols, with two officials assigned to each ward. This team will inspect the sculptor’s workshops and other relevant locations.
As of this year, BMC has mandated that household idols must not exceed 4 feet in height and should be crafted from eco-friendly materials like shadu clay.