Several citizens’ organisations have come together to ensure that this Deepawali is both joyful and responsible, putting forth the “Bengaluru Blueprint for a Joyful & Judicious Deepawali.” The initiative will unfold as a multi-pronged campaign leading up to October 22, 2025, with the core philosophy of celebrating responsibly. Rather than focusing only on restrictions, it seeks to highlight positive actions, inspire healthy competition, and nurture a sense of community spirit in the way the festival is observed.

The move is led by organisations such as Compassionate City, PACT, Rising Bengaluru, My Right to Breathe, NABF, and others. The “Blueprint” rests on three key pillars. The first is clarity and enforcement, calling for strict reiteration and implementation of Supreme Court guidelin

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