Mumbai and Pune Launch Major Cleanliness Drives Post-Ganeshotsav

BMC and PMC collect significant waste and floral offerings, emphasizing eco-friendly practices and organic composting.

The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) collected 363 metric tonnes of waste from Mumbai's beaches and chowpatties in two days following Ganesh idol immersions.
Over 7,000 BMC workers and volunteers participated in the cleanup, which also involved converting 550 metric tonnes of floral offerings into organic fertilizer.
The Pune Municipal Corporation (PMC) gathered 167 tonnes of waste and 7.06 lakh kilograms of nirmalya (floral offerings) during the 11-day festival.
PMC set up 45 artificial tanks and 516 iron tanks for idol immersion, with a focus on avoiding natural water bodies and promoting eco-friendly practices.
Both cities implemented extensive waste management and recycling efforts, with collected materials being processed into compost for use in public parks and by farmers.