Diwali: Mumbai docs share harmful effects of noise pollution from firecrackers

With the ‘Festival of Lights’ almost here, city-based health experts say you need to take care of your ears more than you know. They not only highlight how it affects your ears but also suggest tips to protect yourself

Diwali is almost here as it set to be celebrated from October 18 to October 23 across five days not only in India but across the world. Indians across the country are going to be celebrating the ‘Festival of Lights’ with a lot of good food, culture, tradition, but many for many it is not complete without bursting firecrackers, an activity that has become an important part of the festivities.

The traditional crackers that not only produce a lot of smoke but also create a lot of loud sounds. This not only leads to air but also sound pollution, with the latter affecting h