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Air pollution news: Ban on firecrackers flouted in Delhi despite SC order

Firecracker ban violated in Delhi as people celebrate Diwali; intensity lower than last year
Premium Air pollution news: A girl lights fireworks to celebrate Diwali, the Hindu festival of lights, in New Delhi, India, November 12, 2023. (Image: Reuters)

The ban on firecrackers was violated in several areas of Delhi as people celebrated Diwali on Sunday.

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