The suspense continues as the Supreme Court reserved its order today, observing that its orders are violated more than they are obeyed and suggested it is time to think of alternatives. Will firecrackers remain banned in Delhi-NCR during Diwali this year too?
“In schools, there should be education in this regard.
The government should elaborate on the sale of Chinese firecrackers and detail the action taken against those selling them, the court said, stressing that merely passing orders will have no effect unless the enforcement mechanism is effective. When Additional Solicitor General Aishwaria Bhati said a complete ban is also not a solution, the court said, “Diwali is a festival, we should enjoy it as a festival of lights”. Also prominent personalities, especially sports personalities like Virat Kohli must be roped in for creating awareness and sensitising… it is probably time to issue directions to educational authorities to educate children,” the judges said.
