Supreme Court allows certified green crackers in Delhi-NCR, doctors warn
This Diwali, the Supreme Court has given the green light for certified "green crackers" in Delhi-NCR on November 7 and 8.
While these eco-friendly firecrackers are meant to pollute less than regular ones, doctors are cautioning that they can still trigger asthma attacks and worsen lung or heart issues, especially for children, senior citizens, pregnant women, and people with pre-existing respiratory and heart conditions.
With Delhi's air already pretty bad around this time, even "greener" fireworks can make things worse.
Doctors: green crackers can trigger asthma
Doctors warn that "green crackers" might sound safer but can still cause breathing problems and heart complications.
They may trigger asthma attacks, worsen chronic lung diseases, and increase the risk of cardiovascular complications, so if you or your loved ones have asthma or heart disease, it's best to be extra careful.
Bottom line: lower emissions don't mean zero risk, so celebrate smart and look out for those who are more vulnerable.