Students Of Techno India Group Creates Eco-Friendly Maa Durga Idol

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The students of Techno India Group, a leader in education and creativity, today unveiled a 7ft high eco-friendly Maa Durga idol, created by them, at Techno Main Campus, Salt Lake. Crafted entirely from 35 packets of tissue paper, fabric and vibrant paints, the idol showcases the artistry and dedication of students from Techno India Group Public Schools (TIGPS), Techno Main Salt Lake (TMSL) and Techno India University (TIU) for weeks, under the expert guidance of the distinguished faculty. The students are creating beautiful, sustainable Durga idols for the past 3 years. First and second year they made with unused engineering products and fabric. This year the handcrafted masterpiece made of tissue papers will make its international debut at the Lalbaba Rice Thames Durga Parade in London organised by Heritage Bengal Global.

The grand unveiling was marked by the presence of Ace Music Composers, Sourendro Soumyojit, Prof Manoshi Roychowdhury, Co-Chairperson, Techno India Group and Mr Meghdut Roy Chowdhury, Founder Make Calcutta Relevant Again & Chief Innovation Officer Techno India Group. The sound of traditional dhaaks infused the atmosphere with festive spirit.

We are incredibly proud of our students’ efforts. This idol is not just an artistic marvel but also a symbol of sustainable celebration, made with tissue paper, fabric, and vibrant paints. This marks the third year that our students have created an eco-friendly idol, with this year’s rendition using tissue paper and colours to bring their vision to life The idol was created over the span of four weeks by our students under the expert guidance of the senior faculty members. With Durga Puja being such a significant cultural event, it is important to balance creativity with responsibility towards our environment. Our students have embraced this balance beautifully. Art has always been a powerful medium to connect with both culture and sustainability. We are thrilled to announce that this year, our idol will be proudly showcased at the Thames Parade, taking this local tradition to an international stage” said Prof Manoshi Roychowdhury, Co-Chairperson, Techno India Group.

“Our students at Techno India Group have shown incredible effort in creating this impressive 7ft eco-friendly Maa Durga idol. By using sustainable materials, they honour our cultural heritage while highlighting the strength of collaboration and creativity. We are excited to present their remarkable work to an international audience at the Lalbaba Rice Thames Durga Parade in London”, said Ms Pauline Laravoire, Sustainability Director, Techno India Group, and founder, Y-East.

“Today, we celebrate not just the unveiling of this magnificent 7ft eco-friendly Maa Durga idol, but the incredible spirit of creativity and collaboration among our students. Their dedication, showcased through sustainable artistry, reflects our commitment at Techno India Group to nurture talent that respects both tradition and the environment. We are proud to present this masterpiece to the world at the Lalbaba Rice Thames Durga Parade in London, marking a significant milestone in our journey of cultural representation on an international stage,” said Mr Meghdut Roychowdhury, Founder Make Calcutta Relevant Again & Chief Innovation Officer Techno India Group.

Through this initiative, Techno India Group continues to champion sustainability by celebrating Durga Puja with a minimal environmental impact, combining tradition with modern ecological practices.

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