Crackers after all, are a sign of a deeper feeling, and possibly there are other different ways of expressing these. But we can always do our bit in protecting the environment and millions of child labourers who allegedly make fire crackers.

Diwali, is one of the most celebrated festivals in India. A festival where families come together to celebrate and burning crackers is the highlight of this occasion. But due to the increase in environmental pollution, Government took this issue seriously and enacted various legislations and the Supreme Court gave the judgement to ban crackers in order to reduce this increasing level of pollution. Now the question is Will there be any impact of Ban on fireworks on Diwali celebrations?

Supreme Court’s decision to ban fireworks

With the use of various types of crackers, the pollution level becomes extremely high which makes the air unbreathable and noise levels intolerable. Research says, fire-crackers increase the sulphur dioxide level 200-fold above the safety limits prescribed by World Health Organisation (WHO). The pollution can lead to various health diseases. Every year, many cases are reported in the national capital of India, Delhi related to burn injuries and cases related to wheezing, respiratory diseases, exacerbation of bronchial asthma. The Government took this issue seriously and enacted various legislations and the Supreme Court gave certain judgements and orders to reduce the increasing level of pollution.

A Diwali without crackers

A cracker-less Diwali seems strange because a general idea of  Public celebrations mean crowds, noise, traffic, disturbance.  But pollution caused by crackers has reached a stage where it has become a genuine health hazard.  Diwali night is a significant and very visible trigger for respiratory problems. This is a reality experienced by all of us. The Campaigns are going on in schools against firecrackers that has shown some results, and the awareness of the health problems caused by pollution is rising rapidly. It is clear that the level of pollution caused by crackers generated is not sustainable, and with growing environmental and health consciousness, this cultural practice will need to be modified significantly in the coming years.

Celebrate Diwali without crackers (Eco friendly Diwali)

Now think of celebrating Diwali in another way. Its possible to celebrate Diwali with other exciting and desirable ways.

Here is a brief of how you can still have a memorable Diwali without fire crackers.

• Lighting up your house: Hang  lights along the walls indoors and out, put lamps in your windows and light candles.
• Organize cultural events: To enjoy the festival of Diwali, organise  a dancing competition or something of the sort.
• Make Rangolis: Keep yourself busy by making rangolis using different flowers.
• Make sweets: Spend more time in enjoying the other traditions of this festival like preparing sweets.
• Meet family and friends: Spend this Diwali by getting together with your near and dear ones.

These alternative ideas will help you to enjoy Diwali in a way you are comfortable with.

Conclusion While Bursting crackers has been a custom in our society but it is now proving to be lethal for the coming generations. So the decision of ban on fireworks is taken to stop air and noise pollution. Crackers after all, are a sign of a deeper feeling, and possibly there are other  different ways of expressing these. Adapt yourself to the change that is good for everyone. There should not be any impact of ban on fireworks on Diwali celebration. But the rest depends on your sense of understanding and wisdom.