Silchar, Oct 21: Silchar witnessed one of its calmest and most eco-friendly Diwalis in recent memory on Monday. Residents embraced the true spirit of the festival with light, harmony and community well-being.

According to preliminary data from the Assam Pollution Control Board (APCB) Regional Office in the Barak Valley, noise pollution levels during this year’s Diwali dropped noticeably compared to last year.

The change, officials said, was driven by public awareness, administrative vigilance and growing environmental responsibility among citizens.

Arabinda Das, Regional Head of APCB, Silchar, credited the improvement to “sustained awareness drives and strong enforcement efforts” by the Cachar District Administration.

“We conducted extensive campaigns highlighting the harmful effects

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