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Ganesh idol immersion at Hussain Sagar concluded around 2 pm on Saturday after a rush of hundreds of idols through central Hyderabad. Around 1.2 lakh idols were immersed across the city over two days, while GHMC and HMDA began clearing festival waste.

More than 1.03 lakh Ganesh idols were immersed at designated points across Cyberabad as of September 23, with the Cyberabad Municipal Corporation deploying field teams, machinery and control room monitoring. Flower waste is also being separately collected and processed for reuse.

YRP Foundation has launched its 9th consecutive eco-friendly Ganesh idol distribution drive, handing out 20,000 clay idols in Hyderabad and Nalgonda for Vinayaka Chavithi.

Secunderabad-based Pabsetti Shekhar has spent more than five decades collecting Ganesha idols and memorabilia from India and across the world. His vast collection includes idols, postcards, photographs, books and other items, reflecting his lifelong devotion to Lord Ganesha.

Over 2.32 lakh Ganesh idols were immersed in Hyderabad by 5.30 pm on Saturday, GHMC said. Kukatpally recorded the highest with 58,847 idols, followed by Khairatabad, Serilingampally, LB Nagar, Charminar, and Secunderabad zones

Police and district officials have made elaborate arrangements for the immersion of 2,334 Ganesh idols in Mancherial district on Saturday. Security, CCTV surveillance, cranes, and divers have been deployed, while bursting crackers and loud music have been banned

A family in Khammam has crafted eco-friendly Ganesh idols with cow dung, clay and natural colours, drawing strong response from devotees. Led by priest Arutla Srinivasa Charyulu, the family sold 500 idols, highlighting both tradition and sustainability in Vinayaka Navaratri celebrations

Hyderabad Traffic Police announced diversions in Dhoolpet from August 23 to 27 for smooth Ganesh idol sales and transport. Traffic restrictions will apply around Gandhi Statue, Boiguda Kaman, and Mangalhat. Heavy idol vehicles allowed only after 10 pm

A youth identified as Ram Charan died after being electrocuted while helping set up a Ganesh pandal in Amberpet, Hyderabad. He received a shock while lifting electric wires with a stick and later succumbed to injuries in hospital

To reduce environmental damage during Ganesh Chaturthi, CPCB and TGPCB have issued revised guidelines mandating eco-friendly clay idols and organic colours. Authorities must create artificial immersion ponds, while citizens and vendors are urged to support sustainable celebrations and proper waste disposal

Hyderabad’s idol makers are shifting from Plaster of Paris to eco-friendly clay Ganeshas. While Dhoolpet artisans still use PoP for large idols, demand for clay idols is surging—especially from NRIs and civic bodies. Prices have risen amid higher material costs.

The unfortunate incident occured when the manufacturers were attempting to shift the idols to another location using a crane.

The 'Shobha Yatra' of the 70 ft-tall Khairatabad Ganesh also began on Tuesday morning

Many throng lake for idol immersions ahead of Ganesh Chaturthi grand finale

A total of 600 police officers, including 28 sub-inspectors, 30 inspectors, and two DSPs, were deployed to maintain order during the procession. Additionally, 200 CCTV cameras and four drones were used to monitor the route and track potential troublemakers.

While the city eagerly awaits the main event, many devotees have already begun immersing their idols, with smaller processions filling the streets over the past few days.

The restrictions will be in force from Tuesday morning and are likely to continue till Wednesday afternoon in some areas.

"There will be plenty of opportunities and platforms for politics and rallies, but during Ganesh festivities, politics should be kept out of the three Commissionerate areas," he stated at a press conference on Friday.t

Devotees, energised by the festive spirit, sing and dance as processions head to water bodies across Hyderabad

In view of the final immersion of Ganesh idols, the City Police Commissioner, CV Anand, issued orders to close all wine, toddy, and bar shops within the twin cities of Hyderabad and Secunderabad.