19/09/2026
KBP College Students Part of Guinness World Record
Eco-Friendly Ganpati Initiative
KBP College Students Make History with Eco-Friendly Ganpati Idol-Making
A grand eco-friendly Ganpati idol-making workshop was organized at the CIDCO Exhibition and Convention Centre, Vashi, on September 10, creating a Guinness World Record for the largest simultaneous eco-friendly clay Ganesha idol-making initiative.
200 Junior College students of Karmaveer Bhaurao Patil (KBP) College, Vashi, accompanied by teachers
Aruna Koperkar
Sujata Patil
Sh*tal Kumbhar
Atkar Jalendar
Rupali Wankhede
Vanita Mote and led by
Principal Dr. Shubhada Nayak ,
participated enthusiastically in the historic event.
The students crafted Ganesha idols using natural Shadu Mati (clay) instead of Plaster of Paris and chemical colours, promoting environmentally friendly festive celebrations. Chief Minister Shri Devendra Fadnavis and Environment Minister Smt. Pankaja Munde also joined the students in making clay idols.
Guinness World Records adjudicators officially declared the record at the venue.
The participation of KBP College students highlighted the institution’s commitment to environmental conservation , sustainable practices and preservation of cultural heritage.