Deepavali is here and the eternal question of to burst or not burst crackers is on with the recent ban on the sale of crackers in Delhi and NCR (National Capital Region) fuelling different opinions. N Vijay Reddy, President of Langford Gardens Welfare Association, says, “I am against fireworks. In fact, my daughter stopped buying crackers since she was nine years old because of pollution. It is not just about the noise but also the toxic gases. Exchanging sweets or having a party instead can strengthen relationships and convey love and appreciation.”
Nikhil T, a solution specialist at LinkedIn, feels, “It is not practical to have a complete ban on crackers. I think the better option would be to avoid loud crackers.” He also feels lighting fireworks is equivalent to burning money.
Apart from the environmental hazards of bursting crackers, safety is a concern and every year there are reports of horrific accidents. Every festival calls for a celebration so why not join hands and have fun while ensuring safety for the environment and people?
