Goa Cracks Down on Plaster of Paris Ganesha Idols

The Goa police will strictly monitor state borders to halt the import of Plaster of Paris (PoP) Ganesha idols ahead of Ganesh Chaturthi. Chief Minister Pramod Sawant announced this plan in the state legislative assembly, following a query by BJP MLA Premendra Shet. Environment Minister Aleixo Sequeira also urged legislators to report any shops selling these idols.

Goa's Chief Minister Pramod Sawant informed the state legislative assembly on Monday that police will enforce strict border checks to prevent the import of Plaster of Paris Ganesha idols ahead of Ganesh Chaturthi.

The announcement came after BJP MLA Premendra Shet raised concerns over the environmental impact of PoP idols. In response, Chief Minister Sawant assured that state police would be on high alert to intercept such goods.

State Environment Minister Aleixo Sequeira joined the conversation, urging legislators to report any shops caught selling PoP idols, promising swift government action against offenders.