Delhi government bans production, sale of firecrackers till January 1 to control air pollution
September 9, 2024 - PatialaPolitics
Delhi government bans production, sale of firecrackers till January 1 to control air pollution
The Delhi government on Monday banned the production, sale and use of firecrackers in the national capital to control air pollution in the coming winter season.
In a press statement, Environment Minister Gopal Rai said that the ban is necessary to mitigate the seasonal surge in air pollution, which is worsened by firecrackers.
“There is a risk of increased air pollution in Delhi during the winter season. Burning firecrackers during this time further exacerbates pollution,” Rai said.