Ahead of Diwali, Delhi bans production, storage and sale of firecrackers till Jan 1, 2023

The Delhi govt announced the ban on the production, sale and use of all types of firecrackers till January 1, 2023, said Environment Minister Gopal Rai on Wednesday.

He said the ban extends to online sale of firecrackers. "Production, storage, sale and use of all types of firecrackers are being completely banned so that people's lives can be saved," Rai tweeted.

"Online sale/delivery of firecrackers will also be banned in Delhi this time. The restriction will remain in force till January 1, 2023," he said.