Pollution after bursting crackers is one of the most detrimental consequences that cannot be ignored. The level of air pollution rises in the atmosphere leading to several diseases
By Megha Bajaj
Diwali is the most awaited festival of every year. It is significant not only on a social but on a commercial basis also. From decorating houses to lightening up diyas and bursting crackers, every single activity is filled with frolic and fun.
However, bursting crackers is an integrated activity of this festival. No doubt, crackers add fun to this festival but we cannot neglect its hazardous impact on the environment as well as living beings. Be it a human or animal, Nobody can be spared.
Additionally, we will also evaluate the best 6 ways to celebrate Diwali without crackers so that you cannot lose the amusing spirit of Diwali. Pollution after bursting crackers is one of the most detrimental consequences that cannot be ignored. The level of air pollution rises in the atmosphere leading to several diseases.
Instead, we can lighten up diyas in an environmentally friendly manner on this auspicious festival. You need to simply fill the diya with water and place oiled cotton wicks in the diya. Burning these diyas will last up to 4-5 hours as your normal oil diyas. Noise amid bursting crackers can pop up not only to ears, it also disturb your calm and composure.
Spending time with friends and relatives is one of the best alternatives. You can also play numerous games like ludo, chess and cards and add extra amusement to your Diwali fun. Eventually, the display of fireworks and excitement while bursting the crackers is yet another joy that everybody will feel like missing this Diwali.
No worries, it could be compensated by bursting balloons with filled confetti and glitter.The pollution generated after popping firecrackers, whether it is air or noise, badly affects everyone, amid this, another fact which we cannot neglect is none other making of crackers. Usually, child labour is employed in this brutal job which leaves wounds on their hands and body.
Taking a deliberate look at this aspect, the govt. Has imposed a ban on patakas in some states. As per the Hindu’s latest report, anticipating a rise in pollution levels as winter approaches, many States, including Delhi, Haryana, Punjab and Tamil Nadu, have taken proactive measures by imposing an immediate ban on the production, storage, sale, and use of firecrackers.
Interestingly, the govt. has also introduced some rules for bursting green crackers between 8 pm to 10 pm keeping the situation of severe pollution in mind. States like Delhi, Punjab, Haryana, and West Bengal are instructed to adhere to the concept of bursting green crackers on festive occasions of Diwali, Gurupurab and Christmas Eve for a limited period while cases have been filed against vendors in Karnataka, who have been advertising, selling, and delivering non-green crackers through online platforms.
This year, we should follow this call of celebrating a safe and eco-friendly Diwali to keep the festive spirit alive without compromising health or the environment.