25,000 Students Set World Record Making Eco-Friendly Ganesha Idols in Guntur

Guntur entered the World Book of Records, London, after 25,000 students from 55 schools simultaneously created eco-friendly clay Ganesha idols as part of the Green Ganesh programme organised by the Guntur Municipal Corporation on Friday. The large-scale initiative was conducted under the Nava Guntur campaign and focused on promoting environmentally responsible celebrations of Ganesh Chaturthi among school students.

The record-setting activity brought together students from schools across the city, who participated in the idol-making exercise at the same time. The programme aimed to encourage the use of natural clay instead of materials that could contribute to water and environmental pollution during the festival. The participation of thousands of students also turned the initiative into a public awareness campaign centred on sustainable religious celebrations.

The event was centrally monitored at the NTR Stadium, where officials and public representatives gathered to witness the programme. Guntur Municipal Corporation Commissioner K. Mayur Ashok, legislators Galla Madhavi, Naseer Ahmed and Boorla Ramanjaneyulu, and Andhra Pradesh State Technology Services chairman Mannava Mohan Krishna were among those who participated in the occasion.

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In addition to the mass idol-making activity, the organisers arranged special attractions at the stadium. These included a Ganesha idol made from sand, another idol made from clay and a large painting displayed for visitors and participants. The exhibits were intended to highlight creative and environmentally safer alternatives for celebrating the festival.

The Green Ganesh programme was organised as part of the municipal corporation’s wider efforts to promote awareness about pollution-free festivities. By involving schoolchildren, the organisers sought to familiarise younger generations with the importance of using biodegradable materials and avoiding idols made from substances that can harm water bodies during immersion.

The recognition from the World Book of Records, London, marked a notable achievement for Guntur and the participating schools. The event combined a record attempt with an environmental message, demonstrating how large-scale student participation can be used to promote sustainable practices during major public and religious celebrations.

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