Cracker Ban in Delhi was questioned by Chief Justice of India (CJI) on Friday, who asked why the restriction applied only to the national capital and not to other parts of the country. The CJI stressed that people across India have the right to breathe pollution-free air, not just residents of Delhi.
Cracker Ban in Delhi has been in place during festive seasons to control rising air pollution. The Supreme Court observed that limiting such a measure to one city appeared unfair. It directed the Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) to submit a detailed report and listed the case for hearing after two weeks.
The CJI underlined that environmental issues must be addressed with a national perspective. Pollution caused by firecrackers is not confined to Delhi but affects citizens everywhere. A uniform approach, the court suggested, could help balance festive celebrations with the right to clean air.
The discussion comes as Diwali festivities approach, a time when air pollution levels traditionally rise. The Supreme Court’s observations may pave the way for broader policies on regulating crackers across the country.
