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Ganesh Idols Defy Gravity This Season!
19 Sep
Summary
- Sculptors craft gravity-defying Ganesh idols with near-invisible joints.
- Two mandals claim Maharashtra's tallest idol status at 45 and 42 feet.
- Innovative visarjan method uses sprinklers to melt tissue paper idols.
Mumbai is captivated by Ganesh idols this season, many featuring a remarkable balancing act that makes them appear suspended mid-air. Sculptors are employing advanced techniques to create these gravity-defying forms with nearly invisible joints. The Parelcha Maharaja, a 22 ft idol, tilted at 45 degrees, drew massive crowds during its procession.
Two mandals have laid claim to Maharashtra's tallest idol. One in Khetwadi boasts a 45 ft idol in Narasimha avatar, while another in Sakinaka presents a 42 ft idol, recognized by the Winners Book of World Records. Both are crafted with meticulous attention to balance and structural integrity.
Further innovation is seen in Vile Parle, where a tissue paper idol of Mumbaicha Peshwa is set to undergo an environmentally conscious immersion. The mandal plans to melt the idol using sprinklers on-site, avoiding traditional water bodies. This initiative aligns with a new concept promoting personal responsibility for one's idol.
