With Christmas and New Year round the corner, the Delhi Government has banned the use of firecrackers, including electric variants, in clubs, restaurants and bars across the city.

The decision comes in the wake of a recent Goa nightclub fire that resulted in the death of 25 people.

In an order issued on December 10, the Excise Department directed all club, restaurant and bar owners and licence holders to ensure that they have a valid NOC and adhere to all safety regulations with proper functional safety equipment.

“The use of any firecrackers, including electric versions, is strictly prohibited within the licensed premises,” the circular read.

“If anyone fails to comply with the restrictions, adequate action will be taken under the Delhi Excise Act-2009 and Delhi Excise Rules-2010. It

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