Although the Centre banned Plaster of Paris (POP) idols in 2020, the failure of state agencies to enforce these rules cast a shadow on the government's commitment to sustainability and public safety, they added.
Activist Rohit Joshi, who has also filed a public interest litigation seeking strict enforcement of ban on the PoP idols, has now written to the government, Mumbai and Thane police, and state pollution control board. In his letter, he said, "The state government's failure is a blatant contempt of court orders and an alarming disregard for environmental protection. In cities like Thane and Mumbai, administrations have Activists lament been complicit in these violations."
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Girgaoncha Raja tallest shadu idol
In a festival where Ganpati pandals compete to host the tallest idols, the biggest gatherings, and the most eco-friendly statues, how does one verify the claims?
Bhiwandi tense after stones pelted during visarjan
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City celebrates Prophet's 1500th birth anniversary
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'Noise harmful during all festivals'
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The killing schedule of a CA, earnest & young
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Maharashtra's political drama on stage?
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Ex-VC moves against sack
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Trump outs meeting with 'fantastic' Modi
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Notice to Pak for review of Indus Water Treaty
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