Govt imposes complete ban on crackers till Jan 1
The Delhi Pollution Control Committee (DPCC) on Monday issued an official order enforcing a complete ban on the manufacturing, storage, sale and bursting of all kinds of firecrackers, including through online platforms, in the Capital till January 1, 2025.
The ban has been implemented under the provisions of the Air (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act, 1981, in conjunction with rules outlined in the Air (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Union Territories Rules, 1983.
Delhi Environment Minister Gopal Rai in a post on X said, “In view of the increasing pollution in winter, a ban has been imposed on the production, storage, sale and use of firecrackers from today till January 1. The Delhi Government issued instructions regarding the ban. Request for cooperation from all Delhiites.”
According to the directive, the government has taken this measure to curb the rising air pollution levels in the Capital, which is particularly severe during the festive season when the use of firecrackers surges.
The order, dated October 14, directed the Delhi Police to strictly enforce the ban across the city. The police will be responsible for taking action against violators and ensuring compliance with the prohibition. Daily reports on the actions taken to enforce the ban will be submitted to the DPCC.
In addition to the police, several other government bodies, including the Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD), the Delhi Development Authority (DDA) and the Delhi Cantonment Board, have been copied on the directive.
The letter also said violators of the ban would face strict penalties.
