Well, you all should know that the Supreme Court has refused to impose a nationwide ban on the sale or use of firecrackers. In a verdict, the court indicated that only ‘green firecrackers’ (which are less polluting) will be allowed to be sold or use. You all should know that the people were talking about pollution and other things. Also, some people make it a big issue every year on Diwali. Overall, the court has decided to go midway and now only green crackers are allowed.
No blanket ban on firecrackers, green crackers allowed from 8-10 pm on Diwali
Also, the reports are coming that the court has banned the online sale of firecrackers and put a stay on e-commerce portals from selling them. It means that only offline stores are going to sell the firecrackers and you won’t be allowed to buy them offline. The court said that the only “low polluting” green crackers which are within permitted decibel limits and emission norms will be allowed.
Safer Firecrackers On Diwali, 8 To 10 pm Only
Some sources are saying that the court did a great job because setting the timing on burning firecrackers on Diwali will help in various ways. The court said people will be allowed to burn crackers between 8 pm and 10 pm on Diwali. Also, you all should know that on the New Year and Christmas, the timing is from 11:45 pm to 12:15 am. Also, you all should know that the court has also directed all states to explore the feasibility of community cracker bursting during festivals.
Reports are coming that the Supreme court’s verdict came out when a plea was submitted by the lawyers to ban on manufacturing and sale of firecrackers across the country due to the pollution factors. Also, you all should know that the matter was heard by a bench of Justices AK Sikri and Ashok Bhushan. We have provided you the full information about the half-ban and it is a great news for the people.
