MP Seeks Joint Inspection of Chatham Site for Ganesh, Durga Idol Immersion
Sri Vijaya Puram | August 22, 2026 Member of Parliament for the Andaman and Nicobar Islands, Shri Bishnu Pada Ray , has requested the South Andaman District Administration to arrange a joint inspection of the proposed immersion site at Chatham for the upcoming Ganesh and Durga Puja idol immersions in Sri Vijaya Puram. In a letter addressed to the Deputy Commissioner, South Andaman, the MP stated that representations had been received from various organisations and public representatives regarding arrangements for the forthcoming idol immersion ceremonies. The letter notes that the traditional immersion site at Chatham Bridge is currently unavailable due to repair and maintenance works. It also highlights difficulties previously experienced at the alternative Junglighat/Marina area , including inadequate water depth during low tide, resurfacing of idols, traffic congestion and other logistical and environmental concerns. Against this backdrop, Shri Ray has proposed that th...