Special arrangements are being made for Durga idol immersion in Araria city this year. Following the directives of the National Green Tribunal (NGT), the Nagar Parishad is constructing an artificial pond at Trisulia Ghat, located on the banks of the Parman River. This marks the first time such an arrangement is being made, with the primary objective of ensuring idol immersion is carried out in accordance with environmental regulations.

The Nagar Parishad is building this artificial pond, approximately 30x30 feet, at Trisulia Ghat. During Dussehra, idols of Goddess Durga and other deities established in various puja pandals across the city will be immersed in this pond. This will provide a designated location for idol immersion and help maintain order during the festival.

Chandra Prakash Raj, the Executive Officer of the Nagar Parishad, stated that the pond is being constructed under NGT's instructions. He clarified that puja committees will have the option to voluntarily immerse idols of Maa Durga and other deities in this artificial pond.

During Dussehra, ghats typically witness a large influx of devotees for idol immersion. Therefore, the construction of an artificial pond is considered a significant step towards streamlining the immersion process. This pond by the Parman River will offer puja committees an alternative and environmentally sound location for idol immersion.

This arrangement, implemented under NGT's directives, is expected to promote immersion in the designated artificial pond instead of direct immersion in the river. However, the actual environmental benefits of this initiative will also depend on the proper management of the pond and the disposal of idols and puja materials after immersion. Currently, construction work for the pond is underway at Trisulia Ghat, and puja committees and devotees in the city will be observing how effective this new system proves to be during the Dussehra festival.