{
  "id": 7322662,
  "title": "Nalasopara’s Shri Sainath Mitra Mandal Creates 22-Foot Eco-Friendly Paper Ganpati Idol For Ganeshotsav 2026",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/14/nalasoparas-shri-sainath-mitra-mandal-creates-22-foot-eco-friendly",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-09-14T12:43:42.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Free Press Journal",
    "slug": "free-press-journal",
    "url": "https://www.freepressjournal.in/mumbai/nalasoparas-shri-sainath-mitra-mandal-creates-22-foot-eco-friendly-paper-ganpati-idol-for-ganeshotsav-2026"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Nalasopara's Shri Sainath Mitra Mandal has unveiled a massive 22-foot-tall Ganpati idol crafted entirely from paper for this year's Ganeshotsav. This eco-friendly masterpiece is set to be one of the largest paper-made Ganpati idols in the Palghar district. The intricate and visually appealing idol has already captured the attention of devotees, who have taken to social media to express their admiration.\n\nThe Shri Sainath Mitra Mandal is in its 44th year of celebrating Ganeshotsav, a tradition that has seen the mandal championing both Ganesh devotion and environmental conservation. Over the years, they have undertaken various social initiatives, spreading messages that resonate with the community.\n\nThis year, the mandal has taken a unique step by creating an entirely paper-based Ganpati idol, urging devotees to embrace eco-friendly practices during the festival. The initiative has garnered significant attention from devotees not just in Nalasopara but also throughout the Palghar district, with a large number expected to visit the mandal to pay their respects and witness the grand paper idol.\n\nAs devotees prepare to flock to the mandal, the Shri Sainath Mitra Mandal remains committed to its mission of promoting environmental conservation through innovative and sustainable practices, all while keeping the spirit of Ganeshotsav alive.",
  "summary": "Nalasopara: The Shri Sainath Mitra Mandal in Nalasopara East has created a 22-foot-tall eco-friendly Ganpati idol made entirely of paper for this year’s Ganeshotsav. The idol is being described as one of the largest Ganpati idols made from paper in Palghar district. Its grand and attractive appearance has made it a major talking point among devotees. 44 Years Of Ganeshotsav Celebrations The Shri…",
  "key_points": [],
  "editors_take": null,
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  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 2,
    "also_reported_by": [
      {
        "outlet": "Free Press Journal",
        "title": "Bhuleshwarcha Raja Mandal To Celebrate Ganeshotsav Simply After 22-Foot Idol Collapse Killed Two Devotees",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/13/bhuleshwarcha-raja-mandal-to-celebrate-ganeshotsav-simply-after-22",
        "published": "2026-09-13T18:29:33.000Z"
      }
    ]
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}