Supreme Court allows certified green crackers in Delhi-NCR on November 7 and 8, 2026. Check Diwali timings, restrictions and firecracker rules.
Delhi Diwali Firecracker Rules 2026: The Supreme Court has granted temporary permission to burst certified green firecrackers in Delhi-NCR ahead of Diwali 2026. Under the latest order, residents can use approved green crackers on November 7 and 8, subject to strict time limits and location-based restrictions. Traditional firecrackers, meanwhile, remain prohibited.
The decision offers limited relief to people planning to celebrate Diwali with fireworks while keeping air pollution and public health concerns in mind. Diwali will be celebrated on November 8, 2026. Here is everything residents need to know about the Delhi Diwali Firecracker Rules 2026, including permitted timings, approved crackers and restricted areas.
Are Firecrackers Allowed in Delhi on Diwali 2026?
Yes. The Supreme Court has allowed the use of certified green firecrackers in Delhi-NCR for two days: November 7 and November 8, 2026. However, people can burst them only during the specific morning and evening slots announced by the Court.
The permitted timings are:
Date Morning Evening
November 7, 2026 6 AM to 7 AM 8 PM to 10 PM
November 8, 2026 6 AM to 7 AM 8 PM to 10 PM
This means residents will have a total of three hours each day to burst permitted firecrackers. The restrictions will apply throughout the specified period, and the complete ban is set to return from November 9, 2026.
Which Firecrackers Are Allowed in Delhi-NCR?
Under the Delhi Diwali Firecracker Rules 2026, only green firecrackers approved by the Council of Scientific and Industrial Research–National Environmental Engineering Research Institute (CSIR-NEERI) are permitted.
These crackers are designed to reduce emissions compared with conventional fireworks. However, green crackers are not completely pollution-free, so their use is also subject to strict conditions.
The following restrictions will apply:
– Only CSIR-NEERI-certified green firecrackers are allowed.
– Firecrackers containing barium are prohibited.
– Traditional and non-certified crackers cannot be used.
– Joined firecracker strings, commonly known as ladis or garlands, are not permitted.
Residents should check the certification and authenticity of the products before purchasing them.
Where Is Bursting Firecrackers Prohibited?
Even during the permitted hours, firecrackers cannot be burst everywhere in Delhi-NCR. The Supreme Court has directed that fireworks must not be used within 300 metres of certain sensitive locations.
These include:
– Hospitals and nursing homes
– Primary and district health centres
– Old-age homes
– Educational institutions
– Notified silence zones
These areas will function as no-cracker zones to protect patients, children, senior citizens and other vulnerable people from the harmful effects of noise and air pollution.
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When Can People Buy Green Firecrackers in Delhi?
The Court has permitted the manufacture of approved green firecrackers between November 2 and November 6, 2026. Only manufacturers holding valid CSIR-NEERI and Petroleum and Explosives Safety Organisation (PESO) certifications can produce them.
The sale of green crackers will be allowed only through authorised traders at designated locations. Online sales of firecrackers are not permitted.
Authorities have also been asked to verify QR codes printed on sealed firecracker boxes. This measure is intended to help buyers identify genuine certified green crackers and prevent traditional fireworks from being sold under the green-cracker label.
Why Has the Supreme Court Allowed Green Crackers?
Delhi faces serious air pollution, particularly during the winter season. The use of conventional firecrackers can further increase particulate pollution and affect air quality.
Through the Delhi Diwali Firecracker Rules 2026, the Supreme Court has sought to strike a balance between religious and festive celebrations and environmental protection. The temporary permission allows people to celebrate Diwali with certified green crackers while maintaining strict controls on their use.
The restrictions on timings, sales and locations are intended to limit the impact of fireworks on public health and the environment.
Delhi Diwali Firecracker Rules 2026: Important Details at a Glance
Key Details Information
Court issuing the order Supreme Court of India
Date of reported decision November 2, 2026
Diwali date November 8, 2026
Permitted firecrackers Certified green crackers
Morning timing 6 AM to 7 AM
Evening timing 8 PM to 10 PM
Permitted dates November 7 and 8
Complete ban returns November 9, 2026
Certification authority CSIR-NEERI
Restricted distance 300 metres from specified sensitive locations
What Should Delhi-NCR Residents Keep in Mind?
People planning to celebrate Diwali with fireworks should follow the Supreme Court’s directions carefully. They should purchase only certified green crackers from authorised sellers, check QR codes on sealed packages and avoid using fireworks outside the permitted time slots.
Residents must also ensure that crackers are not burst in designated no-cracker zones. Traditional firecrackers, barium-containing products and joined firecracker strings remain prohibited.
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