Bhopal, Feb 27 (NationPress) The government of Madhya Pradesh has issued a notable directive mandating all divisional commissioners to oversee the registration of “Holika Dahan” events.

This directive requires responsible officials to gather contact numbers, a brief description of the organizing bodies, and a list of their office bearers.

Furthermore, the order encourages these officials to motivate organizations to substitute traditional firewood with cow dung sticks (goukasht) and cow dung patties (uplas) to mitigate deforestation and promote sustainability.

The Madhya Pradesh government has released guidelines aimed at fostering eco-friendly celebrations for the upcoming Holi festival, underscoring the use of cow dung-based materials for Holika Dahan, as articulated in the order issued in Hindi.

In recognition of these efforts, state-level honor ceremonies will take place at district headquarters, where participating organizations and their leaders will be awarded commendation certificates from Chief Minister Mohan Yadav for their contributions to environmental conservation.

All divisional commissioners and district collectors have been instructed to promote public involvement in practices supporting a “clean and healthy Holi.” Collectors will compile lists of such eco-friendly initiatives. The government has also promised future incentives or support for these organizations on a priority basis. This highlights the significance of brotherhood, social unity, and joy while minimizing environmental damage.

Key recommendations include the use of natural and herbal colors to conserve water, refraining from using colors on animals and birds, and avoiding unruly behavior to maintain a spirit of harmony during the festivities.

To advocate for goukasht-based Holika Dahan, the government has developed a structured action plan. Districts are required to facilitate free registration for public Holika Dahan events at tehsil, panchayat, and urban body levels, with comprehensive publicity through media and local organizations.

Details about the organizers, including office bearers and contact information, will be collected during the registration process.

On the day of Holika Dahan, field staff will visit these events to encourage the utilization of “goukasht” instead of timber.

Within two to three days after the event, local officials in both urban and rural settings must verify compliance and submit reports to district collectors. This initiative aligns with the “Abhyuday Madhya Pradesh” campaign, which strives to enhance local awareness and implementation.

Divisional commissioners are responsible for ensuring compliance, while collectors are to guarantee the success of the “Swachh aur Swasth Holi” initiative throughout the state.

The directive also reaches relevant departments, such as Environment, Urban Development, and Panchayat and Rural Development, to ensure coordinated action.