Eco-friendly fireworks lighting up the sky during Diwali in Delhi

Delhi Uses Eco-Friendly Fireworks for Diwali Amid Pollution Concerns

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India’s Supreme Court has mandated the use of environmentally friendly fireworks during Diwali to address severe air pollution in Delhi. Despite this legal directive, environmental activists criticize the move as insufficient, labeling it a 'green wash.' This decision highlights ongoing tensions between cultural traditions and environmental health concerns.

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