Parmod KumarNew Delhi, Sept. 30 -- The Supreme Court on Wednesday indicated that it was inclined to permit the bursting of certain categories of firecrackers during Diwali within prescribed time slots, while making it clear that it would neither impose a complete prohibition nor allow unrestricted bursting throughout the day.
A bench comprising Justice M.M. Sundresh and Justice P.B. Varale said a total ban could affect the sentiments of those celebrating the festival, whereas permitting firecrackers without any time restriction would adversely affect the environment and the vulnerable sections, including children, the elderly and the sick.
The bench also indicated that it was inclined to accept a proposal to permit joint firecrackers, or ...