Ganesh Chaturthi 2022: Idol-makers Rev Up for Festivities, BMC Cautions on Use of 13 Old Bridges; K'taka to Hold Talks on HC Order

As the festival of Ganesh Chaturthi nears, idol-makers are busy creating the likeness of the Hindu God Ganesh, some with eco-friendly materials. They made 200-250 eco-friendly idols since May: Superintendent R Bhosale pic.twitter.com/nj4ks1CsZ2 — ANI August 26, 2022 Eco-friendly idols were Telangana | Preparation of eco-friendly idols of Lord Ganesh is in full swing in Hyderabad for the festival of Ganesh Chaturthi pic.twitter.com/SLX5gMxf2f— ANI August 26, 2022 Maharashtra | Preparation of Lord Ganesh idols in full swing in Mumbai for the upcoming festival of Ganesh Chaturthi pic.twitter.com/eMLAPUnwQK— ANI August 26, 2022 BMC Cautions on Use of 13 Old Bridges In its guidelines for mandals ahead of Ganeshotsav, the BMC has identified 13 old and dilapidated bridges and advised citizens to exercise caution when using them, particularly during processions to bring idols and immersions. Karnataka Idgah Ground Order Meanwhile, Karnataka Chief Minister Basavaraj Bommai on Friday said the state government will decide on implementing the court order regarding allowing religious and cultural activities at the Chamrajpet Idgah playground for a limited period from August 31 in “letter and spirit”, after holding discussions with the Advocate General. Hindu organisations have sought permission for holding Ganesh Chaturthi festival at the ground, and with Friday’s court order the government is likely to give permission for the same. A Division Bench of the High Court of Karnataka on Friday modified an interim order of a single judge bench on the Chamrajpet Idgah playground dispute, saying religious and cultural activities can be allowed by the government there, but for a limited period from August 31.