MUMBAI: This Ganesh Chaturthi, Snapdeal is offering a choice of terracotta Ganesha idols, which are made of entirely of clay and have no paint-based embellishments. These idols dissolve in water without leaving any harmful residue.

The commonly used idols are made of Plaster of Paris  (PoP) and are decorated with paints having high lead and mercury content. PoP chokes water bodies, while the toxic colors make the water acidic, disturbing the plants and marine life ecosystem.

In addition to Green Ganeshas, Snapdeal’s Ganesh Chaturthi store also has all other festive requirements including Puja essentials, festive dresses, utensils for the feast, musical instruments and Ganesha merchandise. The curated store will offer a selection of over one-lakh products across 20 categories.

This specially curated store will provide customers a wide range of unique products at an attractive price points with up to 80% discount on the selected range. HDFC and SBI Bank users will get an additional instant 10% discount.

Here are some glimpses of the curated store:

Puja Essentials: The curated store presents a wide range of puja essentials from Puja Thali set, Ganesha idols, Diyas, incense sticks and Dhoop all with discounts of up to 80%.

For prayers and chants: - The online store offers unique range of musical instruments, speakers, microphones, flood lights etc. to make your homes and pandals reverberates with melodious devotional songs and Aarti dedicated to Lord Ganesha. All these at prices starting from Rs.299.

For your taste buds: - Festivals brings opportunity to share sweets, delicacies with family and friends. Products like dry fruits, jaggery, modak, coconut flour etc. are easily available on Snapdeal Ganesh Chaturthi store at attractive discounts of up to 60%.

Festive Attire: - The store offers widest range of traditional clothing at attractive price points and discounts upto 40% -70%.

Gifting Options: The online store offers an extensive range of gifting options for your loved ones from starting range of Rs 299 along with attractive discounts of up to 70%.