Green Diwali Push: Timing for burning Firecrackers

While the Supreme Court has not ordered a crackdown on sale of crackers across India this year, but the temporary stalls set up in cities are still waiting for customers... Due to the growing awareness about the ill-effects of bursting crackers over the years, the enthusiasm among citizens appears to have dulled leading to a decline in the sale of crackers this season. Shopkeepers are disappointed over sales.. As many stalls were empty even during the weekend. Given that the Supreme Court has permitted for the celebrations this year, it seems as though people have opted to celebrate a green Diwali.