The immersion of Ganesha idols is a significant moment, as priests ceremonially release the deity from the murti. Made from shadu mitti, these traditional idols dissolve back into nature. This ritual resonates with the festival’s deeper meanings. Growing environmental awareness has spurred a trend towards smaller clay idols and at-home immersions. The grandeur of public celebrations dates back to Bal Gangadhar Tilak’s initiatives in 1893.
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