Why Green Firecrackers Are Hard to Enforce in Delhi
Delhi has seen complete and partial bans on firecrackers during Deepavali, yet many people still burst them openly. The story asks why it is hard to make sure only green firecrackers, a cleaner-burning type, are used. The question is why enforcement keeps falling short during festivals.
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Context: Delhi has tried bans for years because firecracker smoke adds to winter air pollution, which often reaches severe levels after Deepavali. Green firecrackers were introduced as a lower-emission option, but enforcement has been patchy.
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