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Delhi Sets Up 81 Artificial Ponds to Keep Ganesh Visarjan Out of Yamuna

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The Delhi government has designated 81 artificial ponds across the city for Ganesh Visarjan immersion ceremonies. The move comes after the Delhi Pollution Control Committee (DPCC) issued fresh directives on September 9 prohibiting idol immersion in the Yamuna river and other natural water bodies. Immersion is now only permitted at locations officially identified by local authorities. The restrictions aim to curb pollution in the already heavily contaminated Yamuna river during the festive season.

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