BMC Introduces New Rules for Ganeshotsav Celebrations in Mumbai
The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) has announced a new computerised single window permission system for Mandals participating in Ganeshotsav. Mandals will receive a 5-year permit but must obtain a fresh No-Objection-Certificate (NOC) annually from local police and traffic departments. The fee is Rs 100. Mandals must be 10 years old, rule-abiding, and complaint-free. BMC encourages eco-friendly celebrations. Ganeshotsav, celebrating the birth of Ganesha, is on September 19 this year.
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BMC -: BMC stands for Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation. It is the local government body that takes care of Mumbai city.
Ganeshotsav -: Ganeshotsav is a festival celebrating the birth of Lord Ganesha, who is a popular Hindu god with an elephant head.
Mandals -: Mandals are groups or organizations that set up and manage the celebrations and decorations for Ganeshotsav in different areas.
No-Objection-Certificate (NOC) -: A No-Objection-Certificate (NOC) is a document that says there are no objections or problems with what you are planning to do. In this case, it is needed from the police and traffic departments.
Eco-friendly celebrations -: Eco-friendly celebrations mean celebrating in a way that does not harm the environment, like using materials that can be recycled or do not pollute.
