New Delhi, October 16
The Delhi Police has issued directive for the sale and hae of permitted green crackers on Diwali this year.
The official note isued by Special CP Devesh Chandra Shrivastav states that in compliance with the directions of the Hon’ble Supreme Court of India in M.C. Mehta vs. Union of India &Ors., vide Order dt 15th Oct 2025, the sale and use of Green Crackers in the National Capital Territory (NCT) of Delhi shall be permitted only from 18th to 20th October 2025.
Only Green Crackers approved by NEERI and bearing valid QR Codes on each package shall be allowed for sale through licensed traders at designated locations, identified jointly by the District Administration and Delhi Police, it further said.
Bursting of Green Crackers shall be allowed only between 6:00–7:00 AM and 8:00–10:00 PM on the day before Diwali and on the day of Diwali.
The ban on all other firecrackers shall remain in full force, and sale or use of banned, series/larries , or online-purchased firecrackers will invite strict legal action. The supply of fire crackers are prohibited through courier or any other delivery services.
Delhi Police has deployed patrolling and enforcement teams to ensure strict compliance. Citizens are urged to celebrate Diwali responsibly and report violations on Helpline 112. |
