The cleanup operation began the following day, with sanitation crews using excavators, trucks and buckets to remove the accumulated waste from Pattinapakkam. Residents shared images of the crews carrying out the cleanup and expressed respect for the workers involved in clearing the aftermath.
The scale of the waste also drew criticism over the impact of large Ganesh idols on marine life. Critics called for smaller, eco-friendly clay idols that could be immersed respectfully by boat as an alternative to practices that leave large quantities of waste behind.
Officials and groups have continued to push for better immersion and cleanup practices amid ongoing environmental challenges. The cleanup at Pattinapakkam has once again brought attention to the environmental impact associated with Ganesh idol immersions across Chennai.
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