
Green Crackers To Organic Rangoli, Here Are 5 Ways To Celebrate A Pollution-Free Diwali This Year
NDTV
Even though pollution control measures are in place in affected areas, smoke from firecrackers during Diwali festivities could aggravate respiratory health issues.
Diwali, also known as Deepavali, is one of the most celebrated and cherished festivals in India. The festival of lights holds a special place in the hearts of millions and it is celebrated with a lot of enthusiasm and gusto. However, while the festivities of Diwali bring us a lot to celebrate, what it also brings with it are more concentrated levels of pollutants and particulate matter, such as those found in smoke when fireworks are used. Even though pollution control measures are in place in affected areas, smoke from firecrackers during Diwali festivities could aggravate respiratory health issues among a host of other health problems.
So keeping in mind the health of everyone and also the condition of the environment it is safer to choose ways to celebrate the festival which will not harm the planet in any way. Here are a few easy ways to have a fun-filled Diwali without any kind of pollution.
The concept of green crackers has been popular for the past few years. Green crackers are environment-friendly, which unlike regular crackers do not cause the emission of harmful pollutant fumes in the atmosphere. So using green crackers would be a great step of caution towards the people around and also for the environment.