🌱 Eco-Friendly Ganesh Award
పర్యావరణ హిత వినాయకుడు — ప్రత్యేక బహుమతి ₹20,000
Celebrate Lord Ganesha while preserving our Mother Earth, lakes, and rivers. Win an exclusive ₹20,000 cash prize evaluated by our sustainability jury.
Independent of YouTube views! The best eco-friendly Ganesh celebration in Telangana & Andhra Pradesh wins ₹20,000 cash based on jury assessment.
Submit Eco-Friendly EntryOfficial 100-Point Scoring Rubric
Environmental impact
100% clay/soil idol, zero Plaster of Paris, natural turmeric/vegetable dyes, and water safety.
Creativity
Innovative pandal design, aesthetic appeal, biodegradable decorative elements, and eco themes.
Community participation
Active youth and colony involvement, awareness drives, zero-waste practices, and clean-up.
Proof/documentation
Clear photo/video documentation of clay certification, setup, and artificial tank immersion.
Eco-Friendly Checklist (పర్యావరణ హిత మార్గదర్శకాలు)
100% natural clay (మట్టి వినాయకుడు), red soil, or seed ball idol. Zero Plaster of Paris (PoP).
Painted using turmeric (పసుపు), kumkum, natural mud colors, or organic vegetable extracts without heavy metals.
Natural flowers, banana leaves, cloth, jute, and recycled paper. Strictly zero thermocol or single-use plastics.
Immersion in artificial tanks, portable containers, or home buckets so clay can be reused for home gardening.
How to Document & Submit Proof
When submitting your video, check the 🌱 Enter Eco-Friendly Award box on Step 3 of the submission form:
- Upload 2–4 clear photos showing the clay texture, idol making process, or artisan purchase bill.
- Take a photo of your mandal decoration highlighting natural materials and plastic-free mandapam.
- Include a short video snippet of your eco-friendly immersion setup (artificial tank/drum).