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Dharamshala allows sale, use of only approved green firecrackers on Diwali

Ashok Raina
Dharamshala, Nov 3 (UNI) In view of the upcoming Diwali festival, Sub-Divisional Magistrate (SDM) Mohit Rattan has issued directions regulating the sale and use of firecrackers in Dharamshala subdivision, allowing only approved green firecrackers to ensure public safety and protect public property.
Issuing orders under Section 163 of the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS), 2023, the SDM has designated four locations for the sale of firecrackers by licensed and authorised vendors.
The designated locations include the Police Ground, Dharamshala, for Kacheri Adda, Depot Bazaar, Civil Bazaar and adjoining areas; an open space near the Community Hall in Kotwali Bazaar for Kotwali Bazaar, Cantt Road, Brij Lal Road, Gurudwara Road, Khanyara Road, Old Chari Road, Khada Danda Road and adjoining areas.
For McLeodganj and surrounding areas, the open space at the Vegetable Market on Bhagsunag Road has been earmarked, while the Dadi Mela Ground will cater to Dadi and adjoining areas.
Rattan said firecracker sales would be permitted only between 0800 hrs and 2000 hrs. The use of firecrackers would be allowed only between 2000 hrs and 2200 hrs, while their use from 2200 hrs to 0800 hrs would remain strictly prohibited.
He clarified that only approved green firecrackers would be permitted for sale and use throughout the Dharamshala subdivision.
Vendors selling firecrackers in rural areas would also be required to operate from suitable open spaces. All vendors must strictly comply with licence conditions, prescribed safety standards and other statutory provisions. Proper safety arrangements must also be ensured for the storage and display of firecrackers.
The SDM further said that applicants seeking permission to sell firecrackers must submit their applications to his office by November 4, 2026. Applications received after the stipulated deadline would not be considered.
He warned that violations of the orders would invite legal action as per the law.
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