Why is it difficult to ensure only green firecrackers are burst during Deepavali?

The Supreme Court recently lifted the blanket ban on firecrackers, allowing only green firecrackers to be burst during Deepavali. However, activists and past experiences show that enforcing this rule is very challenging. People in the national capital have frequently flouted both complete and partial bans on firecrackers in previous years.

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What happened

Experts warn that implementing the Supreme Court's order allowing green firecrackers for Deepavali will be extremely difficult.

Why it matters

The Supreme Court's decision to allow green firecrackers for Deepavali instead of a blanket ban affects everyone's right to clean air, especially in urban areas like Delhi. Since past bans have been difficult to enforce, ordinary citizens will likely face severe air quality degradation and health risks during the festive season due to lack of implementation.

Impact

Authorities will struggle to monitor the sale and usage of authentic green crackers versus traditional ones, leading to potential spikes in air pollution levels post-Deepavali.

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Updated - November 03, 2026 09:24 am IST - New Delhi

Green crackers put on display for sale ahead of Diwali Celebration ne Jama Masjid in walled city , New Delhi. File | Photo Credit: Sushil Kumar Verma

The Supreme Court lifting a blanket ban on firecrackers and allowing green firecrackers to be burst for Deepavali, just five days from its order, will be challenging to implement, according to activists and past experiences.

Over the years, both complete or partial bans on firecrackers have been openly flouted by people in the national capital.

Published - November 03, 2026 09:18 am IST

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Why is it difficult to ensure only green firecrackers are burst during Deepavali?

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