As Diwali draws near, the Delhi government is asking the Supreme Court to allow the use of ‘green crackers’ during the celebration. Chief Minister Rekha Gupta stated that Diwali is “the biggest festival” of cultural significance to Indians, and the government is looking for a pragmatic way to enjoy the celebration while minimizing air pollution in the area.

Even though the Supreme Court earlier authorized certified manufacturers of ‘green crackers’ to manufacture and sell in Indian cities outside of Delhi-NCR, none of these can be sold or used in Delhi-NCR unless explicitly stated by the Supreme Court. The Delhi government is therefore seeking their approval so these certified products can be returned to the Diwali festivities as cleaner alternatives.

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