Every year during Diwali, hospitals treat hundreds of children for burn injuries caused by fireworks. Many of these accidents happen because a child lit a cracker while holding it in their hand — an act that can go wrong in a matter of seconds.
As a parent, your guidance makes all the difference. Children may not fully understand the risks. A fuse that burns too quickly, a misfire, or even a delayed explosion can cause serious injury — especially to small hands and faces. Some cases result in deep burns, nerve damage, or even permanent disability.
Please make it a rule: no child should ever light a firecracker while holding it. Teach them to place the cracker on the ground, use a long incense stick or candle to light it, and step back immediately. Always supervise them. Make sure they wear footwear, keep water or sand nearby, and never try to relight a cracker that didn’t burst.
This is not about fear — it’s about responsibility. Children look to adults for permission and protection. The habits you set now will shape how they celebrate for years to come.