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Supreme Court Criticized for Prioritizing Firecracker Rights Over Air Quality: Amitabh Kant Warns of Delhi's Environmental Crisis
Oct 21, 2025 04:52 pm CST
Former NITI Aayog CEO Amitabh Kant has strongly criticized the Supreme Court's decision to allow firecracker use during Diwali, as Delhi's air quality plummets to dangerous levels. With 36 of 38 monitoring stations hitting the "red zone" and AQI exceeding 400 in key areas, Kant calls for comprehensive pollution control measures to prevent an environmental and public health catastrophe in India's capital.
Supreme Court Allows Green Crackers in Delhi NCR for Diwali: Balancing Celebration and Environmental Concerns
Oct 15, 2025 04:34 pm CST
The Supreme Court has permitted the use of green crackers in Delhi NCR during Diwali (October 20-21), citing that smuggled conventional firecrackers cause more damage than regulated green alternatives. The ruling establishes specific time slots for firecracker use and directs pollution monitoring bodies to track air quality, while emphasizing this is a temporary measure balancing cultural celebrations with environmental protection concerns.