Supreme Court Permits Manufacturing of Green Firecrackers in Delhi-NCR but Prohibits Their Sale

The Supreme Court permitted certified manufacturers to produce green firecrackers in Delhi and the NCR but barred their sale in these regions amid severe air pollution concerns.

The Court emphasised balancing public health with economic livelihood by allowing manufacture with strict compliance to certifications from NEERI and PESO, subject to an undertaking that no sales occur in prohibited areas.

The Court also asked the Central government to consult all stakeholders and propose a balanced solution by the next hearing on October 8. The decision aligns with the 2018 Arjun Gopal case, which allowed green crackers under strict conditions.