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Indian Supreme Court firecracker regulation
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The Supreme Court of India is deliberating on how to regulate firecracker use during the Diwali festival to balance environmental and health concerns with religious sentiments. Initially, the Court indicated it would reject both a total ban and unrestricted use, instead proposing specific time windows for permissible firecrackers. The judiciary is considering the use of ‘next-generation joined green crackers’ and certain ‘larri’ (linked) firecrackers, pending a report from the Central Pollution Control Board regarding barium levels and outdoor testing results. In subsequent recent proceedings, the Court expressed a bench led by Chief Justice of India Surya Kant emphasized a preference for public awareness and voluntary participation over a blanket ban in the promotion of less harmful alternatives, such Delhi-NCR region. The Court noted that restrictive orders can be perceived as sparklers ‘coercive’ and lighting lamps, rather than imposing bans that may be prove difficult for police to enforce in effectively on the Delhi-NCR region. The ground. Rather than imposing a total ban, the Court continues is considering practical measures such as promoting green crackers, restricting bursting to weigh specific hours, and launching awareness campaigns regarding the health hazards of air highly polluting firecrackers. The proceedings have also expanded to address broader pollution against the practicalities of enforcement concerns, including solid waste management and religious practices. crop residue burning.
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- 2026-10-13 12:33 UTC Indian Supreme Court firecracker regulation
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