Delhi govt bans production, sale of firecrackers till January 1

In a bid to address the escalating air pollution issues exacerbated by the winter season, the Delhi government has announced an extension of its comprehensive firecracker ban.

Effective immediately, the ban will encompass all activities related to firecrackers, including their production, storage, sale, and use until January 1, 2025.

Environment Minister Gopal Rai confirmed the decision at a press briefing on Monday, underscoring the government's commitment to improving air quality. "Like last year, this time too the government will ban the production, storage, sale, and use of firecrackers in Delhi," Rai said.

The move also includes a prohibition on the online sale and delivery of firecrackers, aiming to curb their availability and use during the highpollution winter months.

Rai highlighted the severity of the pollution problem, particularly during the winter season when air quality tends to deteriorate significantly.