CBI report on use of toxic chemicals in firecrackers very serious, violation of court’s orders: Supreme Court
The Hindu
The apex court noted that manufacturers such as Hindustan Fireworks and Standard Fireworks purchased barium in huge quantities and used these chemicals in the fireworks.
The Supreme Court on September 29 said the CBI report on use of toxic chemicals in manufacturing firecrackers is very serious and “prima facie” it appears that there has been violation of the court’s orders on use of barium and labelling of fireworks.
A Bench of Justices M.R. Shah and A.S. Bopanna said the CBI has found harmful chemicals such as barium salts in the seized items.
The apex court noted that manufacturers such as Hindustan Fireworks and Standard Fireworks purchased barium in huge quantities and used these chemicals in the fireworks.
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