Complete Ban On Firecrackers In Delhi Until January 1, 2025 To Curb Pollution
Complete Ban On Firecrackers In Delhi Until January 1, 2025 To Curb Pollution
September 10, 2024
In an effort to tackle the annual winter surge of air pollution in Delhi, the Delhi government declared a total prohibition on all categories of fireworks until January 1, 2025. Delhi Government Bans Firecrackers to Combat Pollution.The government imposed a complete ban on the production, storage, sale, and use of firecrackers. Gopal Rai, Delhi’s Environment Minister, emphasized that even online sales and distribution of firecrackers would be prohibited. This comprehensive ban remains in effect.
Last year, a similar ban was announced by the Delhi government in September. During this announcement, Environment Minister Gopal Rai mentioned, “The Chief Minister has decided to ban the sale and bursting of all firecrackers during the winter.”
As a result, the air quality deteriorates in Delhi. The changing weather conditions from October contribute to this decline, with lower temperatures affecting wind speeds. Additionally, farmers in neighboring states burning crop residue during this period further exacerbate pollution levels.
Furthermore, the tradition of bursting firecrackers during Diwali compounds the environmental challenges faced by Delhi. The current situation in Delhi presents a significant challenge.
