'Faith' Or Fresh Air?: Can Delhi Afford To Burst Green Crackers?
Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta made an 'allow green firecrackers or Diwali will feel incomplete' appeal to the Supreme Court Monday ahead of a formal hearing Wednesday.
"Diwali is a festival of joy. Without fireworks, feels incomplete. At least green crackers should be permitted in Delhi," she said, stressing her government's appeal for fireworks during the Diwali season - a time of the year when the city is blanketed in toxic smog and its people choke on pollutants - balances festive sentiment with environmental responsibility.
The Delhi government will submit a written request before the Supreme Court, seeking permission for use of 'green crackers' while assuring compliance with pollution-control norms.
