Delhi Govt. to Build Collection Centres for damaged idols of Deities

Idols will be respectfully immersed or recycled
Suggestions sought from the public

New Delhi – Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta has announced the setting up of collection centres for the old and damaged idols of Deities, at different places across Delhi. A comprehensive policy will also be formulated for the respectful immersion and recycling of broken idols. Chief Minister Rekha Gupta has shared this information and has also sought suggestions from the public.

She said that worshipped idols that get damaged are often abandoned under peepal trees, near riverbanks, in parks, or along roadsides. This not only hurts religious sentiments but also raises serious concerns related to cleanliness and the environment. Therefore, the Government will set up collection centres where people can respectfully deposit their damaged idols. Later, these idols will be recycled using scientific methods. The CM described it as an attempt to ensure that religious faith is respected while environmental protection is also taken care of. The CM further explained that the Government is currently preparing a detailed action plan and has invited suggestions from the residents. Citizens can give suggestionw with regard to locations for these collection centres and on what can be done t execute this in a better way. Respecting faith and maintaining cleanliness in Delhi, both these are our responsibilities, she stated.