Firecrackers have been banned in various states of India, and the regulations differ from state to state. Here’s a summary of the situation in different states:
- Delhi: The sale, storage, use, and online delivery of firecrackers have been banned in Delhi. The ban is in place to reduce air pollution and noise pollution during the Diwali festival.
- Punjab: In Punjab, only “green” crackers can be sold and used during Diwali, Guru Nanak Jayanti, Christmas, and New Year’s Eve. The use of crackers is restricted to a specific time frame, typically from 8 PM to 10 PM.
- Bihar: In Bihar, the sale and use of all types of firecrackers are prohibited in the state capital, Patna, and three other cities: Gaya, Muzaffarpur, and Hajipur. Only “green” crackers can be used in these cities, and the usage window is limited to 8 PM to 10 PM.
- Maharashtra: In Mumbai, the Bombay High Court has set a time limit for bursting firecrackers during Diwali. Firecrackers are allowed only between 7 PM and 10 PM. The court has stated that citizens need to make a choice between bursting crackers and maintaining a clean environment. It hasn’t imposed an outright ban but encouraged people to reduce pollution voluntarily.
- Karnataka: In Karnataka, the use of firecrackers is prohibited during Diwali, except between 8 PM and 10 PM.
- Kerala: In Kerala, the usage of firecrackers during Diwali is limited to a two-hour window, from 8 PM to 10 PM. This restriction is in place to control air pollution in areas with low air quality. District magistrates and district police chiefs have been instructed to ensure that firecrackers are used only during the designated time.
- West Bengal: In West Bengal, only “green” crackers with QR codes, which guarantee their quality, can be sold. Major firecracker markets in Kolkata have set up stalls for selling these eco-friendly firecrackers. They are allowed to be sold from November 6th to November 12th, from 10 AM to 10 PM.
Please note that the specific regulations may change from year to year, and it’s essential to check the latest rules and guidelines issued by local authorities. The restrictions aim to mitigate the adverse effects of firecrackers on air quality and noise pollution during festive seasons.
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