Oct 28, 2015 the supreme court on wednesday refused to order blanket ban on firecrackers on diwali, and expressed its displeasure over the central governments failure to carry out its earlier directive to give wide publicity to the ill effects the bursting of crackers has and the sound and air pollution it causes. Air pollution is now the fifth largest killer in india. Harmful effects of bursting crackers theselflessdedicators. Well people really dont know that happens when we burst so many crackers on the same particular day well i agree that there are many people who are educated and they even know what are the effects and the harms that are going to take place but they just dont regret. Bursting crackers may increase blood pressure and aggravate heart disease. Today our school took a peek into the festivity of diwali where the students presented a special assembly speaking about the origin of the festival and also enacting a street play to highlight the ill effects of bursting crackers. As a result, diwali 2017 appears to be relatively less noisy. To begin with, first and foremost i must attract my esteemed readers exclusive attention to the latest landmark judgment delivered by the supreme court recently on 28 october, 2015 in which it refused to impose a blanket ban on the manufacture, sale and bursting of firecrackers on diwali after noting that existing guidelines are already. Effect of firecrackers on air pollution, mental health. Move away from that firecracker or youll land in jail. She knows very well that selectively targeting festivals like diwali and holi will get her a lot of negative publicity. Officials have also been asked to undertake public awareness campaign to apprise people with the ill effects of crackers besides informing them about air and noise pollution. Nov 03, 2018 karnataka government has said fire crackers can only be burst between 8 pm and 10 pm in the state during diwali from november 5 to 8, following the supreme court directive.
Hjs campaign to highlight importance of deepavali and ill. Nov 04, 2012 bursting of crackers leads to air pollution,noise pollution,land pollution,etc. Mixed response to restrictions on bursting of crackers. Why did you burst crackers after being well educated of its ill effects. If anyone wants to burst crackers outside his house, then we cannot say no. Even the tiny sparklers, torches and flower pots which are otherwise considered to create no noise at all generate thick smoke that can affect the respiratory tract of young children.
Crackers pollute the environment delhi news times of india. Oct 05, 2017 students in delhi schools would be made aware of environmental pollution and health hazards due to extensive bursting of fire crackers to make them the ambassadors of change to celebrate an eco. Over the years there has been a lot of talk about the ill effects of bursting crackers. The only condition for using crackers is the ecofriendly, carbon free, noiseless crackers which dont affect us anyway. This is a point to ponder for our public, which should be made aware of the illeffects. Shail mallikarjuna trust, warje were explained about the ill effects of bursting crackers. Studies have found that crackers contain perchlorate particles, which contaminate the water, and even seep into the ground and contaminate ground water, making it unfit to consume, and poisonous to plants. Such increased apprehension may lead to hyperventilation with serious lifethreatening consequences. Why did you burst crackers after being well educated of its ill effects on our. Awareness on the ill effects of bursting crackers during diwali. Nov 06, 2015 these problems are also faced by us and these crackers often lead to temporary or permanent deafness. Despite ban on sale of firecrackers, air quality worsened. The supreme court on wednesday refused to expand the eighthour nighttime ban period on bursting of crackers and voiced unhappiness over the governments. The fine dust that settles after bursting crackers is rich in pollutants like oxides of sulphur and nitrogen, metal dust and organic pollutants.
Press conference held on prevention of ill effects of. Supreme court of india has refused to impose a blanket ban on the bursting of crackers or to expand the eighthour nighttime ban period on the same. Sep 14, 20 top 10 disadvantages of burning firecrackers. Top 10 disadvantages of burning firecrackers list dose. On 28 th october, hindu janajagruti samiti hjs held a press conference at patrakar bhavan to give information on ill effects of crackers, denigration of deities taking place due to pictures of deities printed on the covering of crackers and spiritual importance of diwali. The ill effects of firecrackers one of them, the more scientific one, is that the fumes produced by the crackers would. Awareness campaign on ill effects of diwali crackers on animals launched. Dec 02, 2018 priyanka chopra is less of a hypocrite and more of an opportunist. No blanket ban on crackers, supreme court asks govt to spread.
Supreme court pulls up delhi govt the court, which lifted for the time being its earlier order suspending permanent licences for sale of fire crackers in the national capital region, said no specific action plan has been laid down by delhi government to make children aware of the hazards of bursting crackers. They also claimed making ecofriendly crackers of late. Here we advised to you all to encourage a crackers free diwali. Bursting of fireworks crackers leads to air pollution and sound pollution in a large measure. Sc refuses firecracker ban, frowns on centres inaction. It is to prevent these issues that this request has been made. The government often explains to the common man the danger of bursting crackers both health wise in terms of the noise and air pollution it causes to the effect it has on children, who are often engaged in manufacturing them, in an industry which is hazardous and illegal if employing children. Oct 25, 2016 how pets are affected during deepavali and what you can do to help sensory overload aside, deepavali also sees multiple cases of stray animals and birds getting involved and injured in accidents. As you can see, some of these are extremely harmful. Nausea, headache and giddiness are common effects of bursting crackers. The adverse affects of bursting crackers seem unending. Harmful effects of bursting crackers air pollution. Noise pollution is as dangerous as the air pollution.
There are many more consequences of this unwarranted mania for bursting firecrackers. Firecrackers would stop burning only when environmentfriendly options. On this auspicious occasion unknowingly harmful gases and toxic substances released to environment by bursting fireworks such as barium, cadmium, sodium, mercury, nitrate and nitrite. Oct 27, 2017 the court acknowledged the efforts made by government ministry of environment, government of india as well as delhi government, media, ngos and various other groups to create awareness amongst the general public about the ill effects of bursting of these crackers. Karnataka government has said fire crackers can only be burst between 8 pm and 10 pm in the state during diwali from november 5 to 8, following the supreme court directive. They can give rise to accidents,if not handled carefully. Fireworks, particularly low quality and cheap products, release harmful pollutants carbon monoxide. We already know that bursting firecrackers not only increases air pollution levels, but also put you at risk of several health problems. Bursting crackers impacted air quality, not health, sc told. Firecrackers are dangerous to health here are 12 ways to deal. Shalini mullick, rwa member escape, said, last year, our society kids held a doortodoor campaign to explain the ill effects of bursting crackers on the environment. After the ravanas death and completed of ram and settha vanavas people of kingdom felt happy by like that we all are burnt crackers and fireworks. Respiratory disorders like asthma, wheezing often get severe during diwali festivals.
The bursting of crackers during diwali is primarily responsible for an increase in concentration of dust and pollutants. Bursting crackers is an integral part of our celebrations during the festive season and also on other occasions such as weddings, birthdays, new year, etc. Is it okay to burst crackers this diwali 2019 with regards to our environment pollution. Effects of fireworks in diwali perfect pollucon services. Harmful effects of crackers effects of bursting crackers. She doesnt give a rats ass about pollution in india. Wastage of money, poisonous smoke, unbearable noise, fire accidents, garbage, litter, etc. The supreme court also directed the central government to educate people about the ill effects of crackers and advise them not to use fireworks.
Sep 14, 2010 but noise from crackers, full of tama component, attract distressing energies. The members of green vigil demonstrated banners and placards illustrating ill effects of bursting crackers on humans and animals, their causes the toxic chemical ingredients and suspended. Reporters of the popular kannada daily vijay karnataka and several local periodicals, local amogha cable operator were present and they took photographs and reports of the event. It has however asked the government to take steps to create public awareness during diwali festivals on the ill effects of fireworks and has conveyed its displeasure over its failure to do so by now. The heart flutters with thrill and enthusiasm developed by the sight those colorful showers and sparkles from the fireworks in the sky. Can the use of green crackers reduce pollution levels during. Awareness campaign on illeffects of diwali crackers on. Diwali is indeed getting quieter with each passing year, and the credit goes to schools that have managed to condition children against bursting firecrackers by repeatedly reinforcing the ill effects of noise and air pollution they cause. The harmful gases produced from the bursting of crackers, such as nitrous oxide, remains in the air for a long time if the city doesnt get enough rain or strong winds.
The dangers of bursting crackers follow green living. Karnataka government limits bursting of firecrackers from. The apex court, however, refused to place a blanket ban on the use of firecrackers and expressed its displeasure over the centres failure to give wide publicity to the ill effects of bursting crackers. Considering above consequences one must celebrate an eco friendly diwali, as a counter measure to avoid ill effects and keep our mother earth healthier as it was ages before. How harmful are the chemicals added in them when inhaled. Diwali being a religious festival, one can celebrate diwali without bursting crackers or using crackers with less emission of gases and less sounds. The festival is celebrated all over the country by also bursting firecrackers. Bursting crackers after 10 pm will affect the ill and the aged. There are a lot of small children working in these industries who have to handle a lot of poisonus stuff and are not paid. Bursting crackers impacted air quality, not health, sc. Oct 10, 2017 a distance of at least 100 metres should be maintained from hospitals, educational institutes, religious places while bursting crackers, the official said. The participants, 30 cummins staff and 10 hjs activists, explained the illeffects of bursting crackers and the pollution caused due to the same they had placards on which related matter was written to enlighten people, as well as handbills that were distributed. The vision of the group activity was to spread awareness on the ill effects of fireworks and the excessive pollution caused by bursting crackers. Inhaling the fumes emitted by firecrackers increase the chances of asthma attack among patients.
The court acknowledged the efforts madeby government ministry of environment, government of india as well as delhi government, media, ngos and various other groups to create awareness amongst the general public about the ill effects of bursting of these crackers. Nov 02, 2002 this is a point to ponder for our public, which should be made aware of the ill effects of bursting crackers during a festival associated with joy, peace and prosperity. Feb 24, 2012 harmful effects of bursting crackers diwali is round the corner and people must be busy shopping for clothes, sweets, candles, diyas and other puja materials at a feverish pace. The members of green vigil demonstrated banners and placards illustrating ill effects of bursting crackers on humans and animals, their causes the. However you describe the ill effects of crackers, every time youd get something very bad or simply, worst. The campaign will be a yearlong undertaking and aims to reduce the use of crackers during all celebrations and not just deepavali. Chhattisgarh govt bans use of firecrackers with high decibels. Just the term creates joy and excitement in ones mind. Bursting crackers and fireworks during diwali are a timeold and enjoyable way to celebrate the festival. Due to large scale of bursting firecrackers during this festival it releases harmful gases and toxic substances into the atmosphere, loud noises from loudspeakers and firecrackers, dry waste causing health problems for children, patients and senior citizens. Companies wanted more time as they had built up stocks of dirty vehicles. Bursting firecrackers during diwali may be an old tradition, but doctors warn against their illeffects.
Sc refuses blanket ban on firecrackers but asks govt to. The smoke from firecrackers contain sulfur compounds, heavy metals and other toxic chemicals and harmful fumes of gases such as sulfur dioxide, ozone etc. Nov 11, 2012 the only condition for using crackers is the ecofriendly, carbon free, noiseless crackers which dont affect us anyway. The government, in its november 2 circular, asked all departments, primarily police, to ensure that the specified time frame is adhered to while bursting the fire crackers. Sc declines to expand 8hour nighttime ban on bursting. People with asthma, multiple chemical sensitivity and other breathing problems suffer largely due to the toxic emissions from these fireworks. How pets are affected during deepavali and what you can do to. The students recited a poem and danced rhythmically to a multilinguistic melody.
Juhapura resident sharmin shaikh says, my family and i do not burst crackers during any festivity. Also we can give them some incentive for not bursting fire crackers. Crackers often contain elements like copper, cadmium, sulphur, aluminium and. However, in the last decade or so, there has been increasing awareness about the ill effects of bursting crackers on the health. From youngsters to the adults, we indians are highly fond of bursting crackers to maximize the experience of the festive celebration. Oct 28, 2015 sc refuses to ban diwali firecrackers. Studies have shown that bursting crackers can increase the chance of attacks among asthma and heart patients, while patients suffering from low immunity and chronic bronchitis are in danger too. Bursting of crackers leads to air pollution,noise pollution,land pollution,etc. Oct 14, 2017 as india grapples with the ill effects of pollution caused by the use of fire crackers on diwali, and with the supreme court banning the sale of crackers in the national capital region ncr, a. Oct 31, 20 the survey said various activities were carried out in schools to educate and explain to the children the ill effects of bursting fire crackers on their health as well as the environment. Bursting crackers a fundamental right sc lawz magazine.
Cpcb the shortterm study was conducted by experts entrusted by the cpcb at the time when sale of fire crackers was banned in delhincr by the top court from october 9. Bursting crackers a fundamental right sc law gupshup. We all know that for safety of people air pollution should be controlled. Stressing the need to create awareness about the poor air quality in delhincr and ill effects of crackers, students from noida schools presented street. Crackers pollute the environment delhi news times of. Hence we must impress the illeffects of crackers upon the young minds and stop them from bursting crackers. Crackers often contain elements like copper, cadmium, sulphur, aluminium and barium to produce the vibrant colours once ignited. Priyanka chopra asked people not to burst crackers on diwali. Diwali would be left incomplete without bursting of crackers to ones heart content. This year, we have completely prohibited the crackers in our society and directed the staff not to allow anyone to burst crackers inside the society. Dr ashwini nabar says in an article says the frequent exposure to loud noises during. It is unfortunate that this issue is not discussed while deliberating on the negative effects of bursting firecrackers during diwali.
Burning of firecrackers produce extremely high levels of personal exposure to. Karnataka government limits bursting of firecrackers to 2. Students to be encouraged to celebrate green diwali. The tamacharged environment affects the human mind adversely and man becomes tamaoriented. Fire cracker sales dip in metros india news zee news. The supreme court has passed an order that only environmental friendly lightings or green crackers will be allowed.
We have conducted this campaign to spread awareness about the ill effects of bursting crackers and hope to continue the campaign and keep the lamp of enthusiasm lit for the entire year said subbaiaht. Below are some harmful effects of bursting crackers. And this is to people who arent already suffering from various other ailments like asthma, heart problems, stress, insomnia etc. Does bursting of crackers increase pollution levels. Environment the illeffects of firecrackers robinage. Oct 14, 2017 bursting crackers is an integral part of our celebrations during the festive season and also on other occasions such as weddings, birthdays, new year, etc. There are a lot of small children working in these industries who have to handle a lot of poisonus stuff and are not paid very well too. Our correspondent tarn taran, october 16 vikas manch punjab vmp organised a march to sensitise residents about the ill effects of fire crackers here and appealed the residents not to burst crackers. The last time i burst cracker was 78 year back, but this time i burst firecrackers intentionally because of sc hypocrisy judgment. City celebrates a less noisy diwali as children burst. Hearing loss, high blood pressure, heart attack and sleeping disturbances. The supreme court has refused to expand the eighthour nighttime ban period on bursting of crackers and voiced unhappiness over governments failure to run a campaign to create public awareness during diwali time on the ill effects of fireworks. But people are ignoring both the law and the adverse consequences of bursting crackers especially during diwali. Safety precautions to be taken while bursting crackers.
Know how harmful are the crackers that you burn every year on diwali duration. Given here are the hazards posed by excessive noise pollution caused by crackers. Sc bans sale of firecrackers in delhi during diwali rediff. This is what we are witnessing today in the country. While there have been concerns about sound and air pollution, we think it would be alright if we follow the prescribed rules and keep things within mandated limits. City celebrates a less noisy diwali as children burst fewer. The oxides and dioxides of sulphur and nitrogen are released during the burning. It is not wise to burn money on crackers when people in our country are dying of hunger. Oct 10, 2017 however, what is the immediate impact of use of fireworks and fire crackers bursting during diwali is an altogether different aspect, it said. Doing so not only causes pollution but also poses risks of. To protect the city environment from the ill effects of cracker smoke markets like ntr gardens, sanathnagar, and jaya gardens in somajiguda have.
During the diwali people use the most of crackers which is harm the environment also on health of human being harmful facts on environment. Mohalla welfare committees can play a vital role in educating people, especially children, about the ill effects of bursting crackers. The apex court by its october 16 order directed the central and state governments to give wide publicity, both in print and electronic media, to the ill effects of fireworks and advise the people. Since bursting crackers is literally playing with fire, sometimes celebrations are done besides water sources to avoid fire damage. The illeffects of firecrackers environment one of them, the more scientific one, is that the fumes produced by the crackers would kill insects and mosquitoes found after the rains. Why did you burst crackers after being well educated of. Air pollution is one of the most harmful effect of bursting crackers. After 9pm, marine drive, parts of dadar, lalbaug, kandivli.
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