Diwali Firecracker Curbs: SC Sets Two Time Periods for Fireworks, Bans Bursting Near Hospitals
The court limited firecracker use to two short windows and barred fireworks near hospitals, old-age homes and silence zones to curb pollution.
- On Monday, the Supreme Court permitted the bursting of certified green firecrackers in Delhi and the National Capital Region on November 7 and 8, restricting usage to 6 a.m.–7 a.m. and 8 p.m.–10 p.m.
- The court declared a 300-metre radius around hospitals, old-age homes, and notified silence zones as "No-Cracker Zones," with a Bench headed by Justice M.M. Sundresh directing authorities to mark and publish these areas.
- Though terming Deepavali as a "religious practice," the Supreme Court said the protection of environment and public health must be safeguarded, citing ancient Hindu scriptures like the Skandapurana and the Padmapurana.
- Authorities in Delhi-NCR must prevent the flow of illegal firecrackers, as Justices reiterated that only green crackers approved by CSIR-NEERI are permitted for use during the relaxation period.
- This relaxation applies only for a limited period; the complete ban on green crackers will return from November 9, 2026, requiring strict compliance with specified hours and zones.
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The Supreme Court has permitted the burning of green crackers in Delhi-NCR at designated times in the morning and evening on November 7 and 8. The court has prohibited the burning of firecrackers near hospitals, nursing homes, and educational institutions.
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Diwali firecracker curbs: SC sets two time periods for fireworks, bans bursting near hospitals
The Supreme Court has established time restrictions for bursting firecrackers during Diwali celebrations in Delhi-NCR. Authorities must ensure firecrackers are set off only between specified hours on November 7 and 8. Additionally, the court has prohibited fireworks within a 300-metre radius of sensitive areas like hospitals.
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