NGT Extends Cracker Ban Up To New Year In Cities With Poor AQI

Considering the COVID-19 spread, the National Green Tribunal (NGT) has prolonged the prohibition of firecrackers in Delhi-NCR and cities with poor air quality. However, the NGT has allowed the use of green crackers between 11:55 PM-12:30 AM during Christmas and New Year only in areas with moderate or good AQI. The tribunal has also asked the district magistrates in Delhi-NCR to check the sale of firecrackers as per the guidelines.