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SC Signals Time-Bound Firecracker Use for Diwali, Rules Out Blanket Ban
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News18•30-09-2026, 14:45
SC Signals Time-Bound Firecracker Use for Diwali, Rules Out Blanket Ban
- •The Supreme Court indicated it would permit the use of certain firecrackers during Diwali but impose specified time limits, ruling out both a blanket ban and unrestricted bursting.
- •A bench of Justices MM Sundresh and PB Varale stated a complete ban could hurt sentiments, while unrestricted use would harm the environment and vulnerable groups.
- •The court emphasized striking a balance by prescribing specific timings for permissible firecrackers, stating, "We are neither going to agree for a total ban nor allow them to do it for 24 hours."
- •The apex court is hearing a long-pending matter concerning firecracker restrictions in Delhi-NCR and other northern states due to severe air pollution.
- •The bench is inclined to accept a suggestion to permit joint firecrackers, or 'larri', subject to conditions, and will consider a CPCB report on barium-based firecrackers by October 15.
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The Supreme Court indicated it will permit the use of certain firecrackers during Diwali with specified time limits, ruling out both a blanket ban and unrestricted 24-hour bursting to balance environmental concerns and public sentiments.
Additional Solicitor General Aishwarya Bhati requested time until October 15 to place the Central Pollution Control Board's report on barium-based firecrackers on record following outdoor testing.
The bench indicated that it is inclined to accept a suggestion to permit joint firecrackers, or 'larri', subject to certain specified conditions.
