Mon Nov 18 13:14:31 UTC 2024: ## Delhi’s Diwali Firecracker Ban Upheld by Supreme Court
**NEW DELHI** – The Supreme Court of India today upheld the Delhi government’s ban on firecrackers during Diwali, citing the right to a pollution-free environment as a fundamental right under Article 21 of the Constitution. The ban, implemented on October 14th by the Aam Aadmi Party government, was challenged in court. The court rejected the challenge, stating that Delhi consistently ranks among the most severely air-pollution affected areas in India, and the ban is necessary to protect public health. The court warned that those who violate the ban will face legal consequences. The judges emphasized that no religion promotes activities that worsen pollution or compromise public health.
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