Maharashtra is known for its grand public celebrations of Ganeshotsav. Every year, people eagerly wait for the festivities.<br />'' <br />''However, the biggest festival was severely impacted last year due to Government regulations amidst Corona virus pandemic.<br />'' <br />''With the second wave of pandemic yet to recede, the celebrations of the grand festival will be downsized this year as well.<br />'' <br />''Following the demand from the organisers, the State Government today issued a slew of restrictions for the festivities in advance.<br />'' <br />''AIR correspondent reports, the Maharashtra Government today issued detail guidelines for Ganeshotsav beginning from September 10. <br />'' <br />''In a set of directives, the government has urged the people to celebrate the festival in a simple manner.<br />'' <br />''For public Ganeshotsav, the organisers will need to get proper permission from the local administration.<br />'' <br />''Like last year, the height of all Ganesh idols in public celebrations across the state is restricted to four feet, for household idols it is limited to only two feet.<br />'' <br />''The public organisers have been urged to make all arrangements possible to provide online Ganesh Darshan.<br />'' <br />''The government has suggested to make use of shadoo clay idols if possible.<br />'' <br />''The guideline also requested the organisers to systematised the crowds during Aarti, Bhajan, Kirtan.<br />'' <br />''Besides, it has asked them to conduct health related awareness programmes and blood donation camps instead of cultural activities.<br />'' <br />''Adequate arrangements for disinfection and thermal screening in Ganpati Mandap have been made mandatory.<br />'' <br />''It stated that restrictions imposed under Break the Chain will remain in place throughout 11 days festivities across the state.<br />'' <br />''Similarly all processions have been banned, either for welcoming Lord Ganesh or for his immersion ceremonies. <br />''<br />''<br />''Children and senior citizens have been asked to avoid going to the immersion site for safety.<br />'' <br />''<span style="color: #222222;">The Government has also asked households to immerse the idol at home in an environment-friendly manner.</span><br />