Celebrate ‘Eco Divali’ this time
Dehradun, October 26
While materialism has taken over the festival of lights, there have been some efforts on part of the citizens of Dehradun to sensitise people on the importance of an ‘Eco Divali.’ The efforts aim at making people aware about the ill-effects of largescale bursting of crackers.

Members of ‘Mission True Biologist’ take out a rally to highlight the importance of a pollution-free Divali in Dehradun on Sunday. Tribune photo: Anil P. Rawat

Security beefed up for festive season
Dehradun, October 26
Keeping in mind the ongoing festive season, the Dehradun police has beefed up the security in the city. Elaborate arrangements have been made to ensure that no untoward incident occurs. This time more emphasis is being laid on the security due to the recent serial blasts in New Delhi, Ahmedabad, Bengaluru and Jaipur.

Shoppers’ day out on Dhanteras
Dehradun, October 26
The city markets today witnessed a rush of people out to purchase utensils and crockery on the auspicious occasion of Dhanteras. “The sale has picked up today and we are hopeful that by tomorrow more and more people will throng our shops,” said Sushil Kumar Jain of Sushil departmental stores.

A man purchases utensils on the occasion of Dhanteras

A crowded jewellery shop

Fire brigade geared
Dehradun, October 26
The chief fire officer (CFO) C.K. Chakarvarty has said the fire brigade is all prepared to meet any exigency on Divali day. He said directions have already been issued to the staff to be on the alert.

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