New Delhi, July 24 -- The Bombay High Court on Thursday said all all idols of up to six feet height must be immersed in artificial water bodies starting from Ganesh festival this year.

The HC's order comes months ahead of Ganesh Chaturthi, which is going to be celebrated from August 26 this year.

The Bombay HC's new rule will be applicable on all idols made of plaster of Paris and more than 6 feet in height.

A division bench of Chief Justice Alok Aradhe and Justice Sandeep Marne said this order is also applicable to Durga idols that will be immersed in early October this year.

Ganesh Chaturthi is touted as the biggest festival in Maharashtra, while thousands of people also celebrate Durga Puja in the state.

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