Odisha

Odisha SRC Issues Set Of Rules For Bursting Crackers On Diwali; Know Dos & Don’ts

Bhubaneswar: Following the Orissa High Court order on Monday granting permission for sale and bursting of only green crackers this Diwali, the state government has issued a set of guidelines in this regard.

The Special Relief Commissioner (SRC), which was asked by the High Court last week to take a decision on the issue, has released a list of instructions. The SRC in its order said as per the direction of the High Court, following guidelines have to be followed in the state during the festivals of Diwali, Chhat Puja and Kartik  Purnima:

  • Sale and use of fireworks shall be limited to only “green fireworks” that conform to the definition and formulation as proposed by  CSIR-NEERI. (Council of Scientific and Industrial Research — National Environmental Engineering Research Institute)
  • Sale and use of other fireworks shall be completely banned. Sale and use of joined firecrackers (series crackers or /laril) shall also remain banned.
  • Only those traders/ dealers who obtain and produce certificate from the PESO (Petroleum & Explosive Safety Organisation), after due inspection of their existing stock, certifying that the green fireworks stocks in their possession conform to the definition and formulation proposed by CSIR-NEERI and are genuine shall be allowed to sell their products.
  • Authenticated copy of the PESO certificate granted after due inspection of existing stocks lying in possession of the traders/dealers shall be deposited with the district administration/police commissioner for getting permission to sell the green fireworks.
  • Traders/dealers who fail to obtain and produce the certificate from PESO shall not be allowed to sell their products, keeping the “precautionary principle” in mind. Mere labelling of fireworks boxes as “green fireworks” and providing QR codes shall not entitle any trader/ dealer to sell the same.
  • Only those retailers who obtain a licence from the concerned authorities under the provisions of the Indian Explosives Act, 1884 shall be allowed to sell green fireworks.
  • Retailers will be allowed to set up shops and sell green fireworks only in special zones designated by the respective District Administrations/Police Commissionerate.
  • Green fireworks will only be sold at designated sites as permitted by appropriate authority and all COVID-19 protocols strictly followed. Sale of fireworks on the internet shall be strictly banned.
  • Wholesale Traders and Retailers shall have to produce original invoices on demand by the District Administration/ Police Commissionerate.
  • The use of fireworks will be limited to 8 pm to 10 pm on Diwali on November 4. Use of fireworks beyond the said time frame shall be visited with strict penal action.
  • Violation of any of the aforesaid conditions shall be dealt with strictly and penal action shall be taken in accordance with law.

The SRC advised the people to perform rituals at home avoiding mass gathering and adhering to the COVID-19 protocols such as physical distancing, use of face mask/ covering and handwashing/hand sanitizer.

Any person found violating the order will be punished under the provisions of the Disaster Management Act, 2005 and other relevant laws, the SRC order stated.

Also Read: Know Green Firecrackers You Can Use This Diwali In Odisha

Also Read: Orissa HC Allows Only Green Crackers On Diwali

OB Bureau
Share
Published by
OB Bureau

Recent Posts

Odisha Govt To Release 5th Phase Of 1st Instalment Under Subhadra Yojana On March 6

Bhubaneswar: The Odisha government on Saturday announced that another phase of money in first instalment… Read More

3 hours ago

Sonakshi Sinha Reveals Brothers Luv & Kussh Were ‘Jealous’ Of Her

Mumbai: Sonakshi Sinha, daughter of actor Shatrughan and Poonam Sinha, has revealed that her elder… Read More

4 hours ago

Worker Killed In Mishap At IOCL Refinery In Odisha’s Paradip

Paradip: A labourer was killed in a mishap during construction work at the refinery of… Read More

4 hours ago

Ramzan Starts Tomorrow In India; Know Delicacies Which Are Popular During The Holy Month

New Delhi: The holy month of Ramadan, or Ramzan, will start on Sunday in India.… Read More

4 hours ago

Amitabh Bachchan Calls Himself ‘Mere Puppet’, Shares How Old Age Is Affecting His Work

Mumbai: The 82-year-old Amitabh Bachchan, a superstar in his league, took to social media to… Read More

4 hours ago

Robbery Bid Foiled At SBI By Bank Staff & Locals In Odisha’s Bargarh

Bargarh: A robbery attempt was foiled at the main branch of the State Bank of… Read More

4 hours ago