**Indore’s Master Sculptors Bring Over 250 Clay Idols to Life for Navratri Celebrations**
Indore, Madhya Pradesh – The city is abuzz with devotion and artistry as master sculptors put the finishing touches on more than 250 clay idols destined for the upcoming Navratri celebrations. Some of these exquisite creations will even travel as far as Rajasthan, spreading the festive spirit beyond regional borders.
At Bengali Square, the Pal Sculptors’ Arts workshop is a hive of meticulous activity. Thirty dedicated artisans are working tirelessly, bringing to life idols of Maha Kali and Sherawali that vary in size—from petite 3-foot figures to towering 21-foot statues.
“This year, Maha Kali has seen the highest demand,” says Atul Pal, chief sculptor. “Over 60% of our orders are for her powerful and revered form. Sherawali devotees are equally honoured with beautifully crafted idols.”
The workshop’s creations sometimes share space with Ganesh statues, reflecting a harmonious blend of devotion and artistry in the same creative environment.
Serving not just Indore but also surrounding regions such as Jaora, Mandsaur, Rajgarh, Ujjain, Dewas, and beyond, the Pal workshop is busy preparing complete divine families for installation across 12 select locations. These include community sites at Bengali, Bapat, Sukhlia, Khajrana, Kalani Nagar, Airport, Bhuteshwar, and others.
Sourcing materials is a precise endeavor. Yellow clay is brought all the way from Kolkata, bamboo from Kanpur, and holy mud from the Shipra river is used to ensure each idol is crafted with the highest quality standards. Notably, the sculptors do not use any colors; the idols are made purely of clay, which helps reduce pollution during the festive season.
With Navratri commencing on September 22, the artisans are racing against time, channeling their devotion, artistry, and unparalleled skill into every detailed creation—readying the city for a vibrant and spiritually enriching celebration.
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