Good news for the people of Delhi-NCR, they can burn green crackers on Diwali, the Supreme Court has given permission with these conditions.:

News Topical, Digital Desk : In a significant relaxation ahead of Diwali, the Supreme Court on Wednesday allowed the sale and use of green crackers in Delhi and the National Capital Region (NCR) during the festival, subject to certain conditions. The court also clarified that green crackers can be used only for a few hours on Diwali and the day before.

Permission to burn firecrackers will be given till this time

The court ruled that green firecrackers can only be sold from October 18th to October 20th. The day before Diwali and on Diwali day, firecrackers will only be permitted between 6 a.m. and 7 a.m. and 8 p.m. to 10 p.m. These firecrackers will only be sold at locations jointly determined by the District Collector and Superintendent of Police. Information about these locations will be widely publicized so that people know where to purchase green firecrackers.

Police should form patrolling team

The court has ordered that the police and district administration jointly form patrol teams. These teams will also include officials from the State Pollution Control Board. These teams will ensure that only green firecrackers with QR codes are sold. Any shopkeeper or company found violating this order will have their license revoked and face legal action.

Firecrackers will not be sold online

Barium-based firecrackers, string firecrackers, and firecrackers not approved by NEERI will be completely banned. The sale or purchase of firecrackers on online (e-commerce) websites will also be completely prohibited. The Supreme Court has warned that if the rules are not followed, a complete ban will be reimposed. The court stated that the joy of the festival is important, but the right to health and clean air is even more important.

The Supreme Court also ordered the Central and State Pollution Control Boards to prepare and submit air, soil, and water quality reports to the court between October 14th and 25th. The court directed that a copy of its order be sent to the collectors of all districts in Delhi-NCR. The next hearing in this case will take place in three weeks.