Government bans all sorts of firecrackers in Delhi from September

The Delhi government imposed a ban on all sorts of firecrackers in the capital city till January 2023 in order to control the air pollution level.

Delhi Environment Minister Gopal Rai tweeted this Wednesday "In order to save people from the danger of pollution in Delhi, like last year, this time also the production, storage, sale and use of all types of firecrackers are being completely banned, so that people's lives can be saved".

 Mr. Rai also said "This time there will also be a ban on online sale/delivery of firecrackers in Delhi. This restriction will remain in force till January 1, 2023. An action plan will be drawn up with Delhi Police, DPCC and Revenue Department for strict enforcement of the ban".