Ahead of Diwali, Haryana govt bans firecrackers in 14 districts near Delhi

Ahead of Diwali, Haryana government banned sale and use of firecrackers in 14 districts near Delhi.

The Haryana government announced a complete ban on sale and use of firecrackers in 14 districts bordering New Delhi. The announcement comes just days ahead of Diwali.

In view of worsening air pollution, the state government further extended the ban on crackers to towns and cities where the air quality is poor.