Diwali 2021: You can't burst firecrackers in these states

Here we take a look at the states that have prohibited the usage of firecrackers to control air pollution.

Delhi has ordered a complete ban on the sale and bursting of firecrackers in the national capital till January 1, 2022. CM Kejriwal said this step was taken as it was

Kolkata has banned the sale, purchase and use of all firecrackers during Kali Puja, Diwali celebrations and other festivities to check air pollution amid the Covid-19 pandemic. Passing the order on a PIL seeking a ban, the High court said that the expression “firecrackers” will cover all types of sparklers as well as other similar materials, whether or not their bursting or burning involves any sound or light generation. Credit: PTI Photo

In Pune, the production, sale and and possession of 'sutli' or 'atom' bomb, has been banned.The sale of firecrackers has been allowed in the city from October 27 to November 7, but the department was urging people to not burst crackers that create noise higher than 125 decibels. Credit: PTI Photo

The Chhattisgarh government has issued directives that the National Green Tribunal's orders regarding the use of firecrackers should be implemented strictly during the coming Diwali festival and New Year celebrations. Firecrackers can be burst during Diwali and Guruparva from 8 pm to 10 pm; from 6 am to 8 am on Chhath Puja, and from 11.55 pm to 12.30 am on New Year and Christmas, the guidelines said. Credit: Reuters Photo

Rajasthan government has permitted the use and sale of green crackers in the state, except in areas that come under the National Capital Region (NCR). Credit: PTI Photo

Assam has also restricted the use of firecrackers during Diwali and other forthcoming festivals is being reviewed. Green crackers can be burst only for two hours during Diwali and Chhath puja. Credit: Reuters Photo

Chandigarh has imposed a complete ban on the sale or use of firecrackers of any kind to prevent the risk of spread of Covid-19 due to polluted atmosphere. Credit: DH Photo/Satish Badiger

The Karnataka government has allowed the sale of only green crackers during Diwali and advised people to strictly adhere to the social distancing norms. It was issued guidelines amid fears of new Covid-19 outbreak. Credit: DH Photo/Satish Badiger