Ganesh Visarjan In UK River Sparks Online Debate Over Pollution, Indians Call It 'Absolute Shame' – Watch
Ganesh Visarjan is traditionally a deeply emotional part of Ganesh Chaturthi, but a viral video allegedly showing idols being immersed in a UK river has turned the spotlight on how religious celebrations can be carried out without affecting the environment. Viral video shows Ganesh idols being immersed in UK river The footage, originally shared by Instagram user @triptalescrew_12, appears to show…
A recent video showing the immersion of Ganesh idols in a river in the UK has sparked a debate online about the environmental impact of such religious celebrations. The footage, shared on Instagram, appears to capture Hindus traveling by rented boats with large idols for immersion, supposedly from Leicester, though the exact location and circumstances remain unverified. The video quickly went viral, leading to discussions about the practice of immersing idols in natural water bodies.
Many netizens questioned whether the ceremony had the necessary permissions and expressed concerns about the potential environmental consequences of using materials like plaster of Paris and painted idols in rivers and lakes. While some users emphasized the need for increased awareness among devotees about eco-friendly celebration methods, others suggested exploring alternatives that do not involve disposing of idols in water bodies.
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