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Capital gears up for green Ganesh Puja
Orissa POST
|August 27, 2025
The Capital is abuzz with festive spirit as Ganesh Puja 2025 begins Wednesday, marked by grandeur, creativity, and a rising focus on sustainability.
Over 340 pandals have illuminated the City—some soaring over 60 feet—promising to draw lakhs of devotees and visitors in the coming days.
‘This year’s highlight is the focus on eco-friendly themes, supported by meticulous preparations from the Bhubaneswar Municipal Corporation (BMC) and Commissionerate Police to ensure a safe and vibrant celebration.
At the heart of the spectacle is the 61-ft Ganesh idol at Badagada, among the tallest in the state this year. Built with eco-friendly materials, it features silver feet and a silver Mooshika (mouse), blending tradition with modern craftsmanship. The colossal idol has already drawn large crowds ahead of the puja. “Our artisans worked day and night for over a month to complete it,” said Sanjay Sahu, chief coordinator of the Badagada Puja Committee.
This story is from the August 27, 2025 edition of Orissa POST.
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