Where to Buy and Sell Green Crackers in Delhi-NCR as Supreme Court Permits It for Diwali – Rules & Restrictions News24 –

The Supreme Court on Wednesday eased the rules for bursting and selling green firecrackers in Delhi-NCR. According to the apex court, the new order takes a “balanced approach” between celebrating festivities and protecting the environment. However, the court has set certain restrictions and timings for bursting crackers. You must be aware of these rules before the designated dates, as ignoring them may lead to penalties or punishment.

A group of judges, including Chief Justice Bhushan R. Gavai and Justice K. Vinod Chandran, said the order is temporary. It is meant to see if allowing some controlled use of firecrackers can happen without harming efforts to reduce pollution. The court asked the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) and state boards to check air and water quality during this time and submit a report from October 14 to 21 on how fireworks affect Delhi’s air.

“We have to take a balanced approach, permitting it in moderation while not compromising with the environment,” said the CJI, noting that smuggled firecrackers cause far greater damage than the certified green ones.

When can you burst green firecrackers in Delhi-NCR?

The Supreme Court on Wednesday permitted the sale and bursting of firecrackers in the Delhi-NCR region between October 18 and 21. The bursting is restricted to specific timings: 6–7 AM and 8–10 PM.