Durga idol made from Corn flour to promote sustainability | Watch Video

In a unique and eco-friendly initiative to promote soil conservation and prevent environmental pollution, Vishnuchandra Saha, a retired home guard personnel from Malda, has crafted innovative Durga idols using corn plant materials. Instead of traditional clay, Saha has fashioned these striking idols from a combination of corn kernels, husks, straw, rice bran, and wheat bran, with a corn husk coating. This novel approach not only conveys a powerful message about protecting the soil but also ensures that the idols are environmentally friendly.

Corn, being a perishable material, serves a dual purpose. During idol worship, when immersed in water, the maize and other components of the idols naturally decompose and become a source of food for aquatic life, particularly fish. This ecological approach prevents water pollution caused by conventional clay idols. Saha's artistic creations feature a fusion of Western and Indian artistry, blending elements of Vrindavan Naxa figurines with Western embroidery, giving the traditional Goddess Durga form a fresh and distinctive appearance.

These eco-conscious Durga idols have found a home in Baghajatin Club No. 2 Government Colony of Maldah city, where they are showcased each year. The cost of crafting these unique idols has been partially covered by the club officials, who are deeply committed to the environmental cause and the message of soil conservation conveyed by Vishnuchandra Saha's innovative creations.