The Supreme Court bench recognized the cultural significance of the holiday but emphasized that environmental safeguards must limit celebratory activities. Sales of approved green fireworks are restricted entirely to designated physical locations, barring any online transactions. Manufacturers and vendors must provide financial security deposits that will be seized if regulations are violated. Furthermore, restrictions governing the production and commercial distribution of crackers will stay active in the capital even after festivities end.
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Regional authorities and police have received directives to penalize anyone handling ille…: Regional authorities and police have received directives to penalize anyone handling illegal, polluting fireworks.
Traders and manufacturers face the automatic loss of substantial monetary security deposi…: Traders and manufacturers face the automatic loss of substantial monetary security deposits if they breach judicial orders.
Manufacturing and sales restrictions will continue to govern the capital region even afte…: Manufacturing and sales restrictions will continue to govern the capital region even after Diwali concludes.
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