Delhi reports over 300 fire incidents on Diwali despite cracker ban
On Diwali 2024, Delhi Fire Services reported over 300 fire-related incidents, with 158 occurring between midnight and 6 am. No life-threatening cases were noted, despite a significant number of calls. Minor incidents included injuries from a fire on a DTC bus caused by a passenger carrying potash and firecrackers. Two people were injured, but no major fires were reported due to increased fire service presence. Pollution levels spiked in Delhi after the holiday, with many areas recording an Air Quality Index over 350. This raised health concerns as smog affected not only Delhi but also other major cities in India.