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SC Seeks Middle Ground on Firecrackers: No Total Ban, No 24x7 Bursting
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News18•30-09-2026, 15:13
SC Seeks Middle Ground on Firecrackers: No Total Ban, No 24x7 Bursting
- •The Supreme Court ruled out a total ban on firecrackers, stating it would "affect sentiments."
- •Justices MM Sundresh and PB Varale emphasized finding a solution that avoids both a complete prohibition and round-the-clock fireworks.
- •The court highlighted the impact of continuous fireworks on the elderly, sick, and children.
- •Additional Solicitor General Aishwarya Bhati suggested conditional relaxation for specified 'next-generation joined green crackers' recommended by CSIR-NEERI.
- •These green crackers, developed with CSIR-NEERI, use reduced barium salts to minimize emissions and must meet noise, emission, and safety standards.
Key Questions Answered
The Supreme Court has ruled out a total ban on fireworks, stating that a complete prohibition would affect public sentiments, while also refusing to allow fireworks round the clock to protect the health of children, the elderly, and the sick.
The Supreme Court emphasized the need to find a solution by specifying designated time slots for bursting fireworks rather than permitting them 24 hours a day.
A note submitted by the Additional Solicitor General suggested permitting next-generation joined green crackers recommended by CSIR-NEERI, provided they are made by licensed manufacturers, use reduced barium salts, and meet noise, emission, and safety standards.
