'No religion promotes pollution': SC asks Delhi govt to decide on 'perpetual' firecracker ban

Monday, 11 November 2024 (2 days ago)
The Supreme Court reprimanded the Delhi police for not effectively enforcing the firecracker ban, emphasizing the right to clean air. The court ordered the police commissioner to create a specialized cell to enforce the ban and file a personal affidavit detailing the steps taken. The Delhi government must decide on a permanent firecracker ban by November 25th.

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