1,073 kg Firecrackers Seized in Delhi Ahead of Festivals
With the festive season drawing near, Delhi Police have seized more than 1,073 kilograms of firecrackers in a series of operations targeting illegal sales and storage. Ten FIRs have been registered across five police station areas.
The total seized quantity stands at 1,073.426 kilograms. Police said the operations were conducted under efforts to maintain public safety and ensure law and order during the celebrations.
The seizures were made in Lahori Gate, Burari, Kotwali, Bara Hindu Rao and Subzi Mandi. The Subzi Mandi area accounted for the largest share, with 622.88 kilograms recovered. Bara Hindu Rao yielded 178.5 kilograms, Kotwali 107.6 kilograms, Lahori Gate 88.916 kilograms and Burari 75.53 kilograms.
An FIR was filed in the Lahori Gate area on October 16 under sections 223(B) and 288 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita and sections 5 and 9B of the Explosives Act. The 88.916 kilograms of firecrackers were recovered in front of Sir Shobha Singh Polyclinic.
In Burari, an FIR was lodged on October 18 under sections 223(A) and 288 of the BNS and section 9B of the Explosives Act, after 75.53 kilograms of firecrackers were found in the Himgiri locality.
Kotwali police have registered two FIRs. The first followed the recovery of 93 kilograms on October 18 from Angoori Bagh Phool Wala Road, near Prabha Dharamshala. The second followed the recovery of 14.6 kilograms near Moti Cinema in Chandni Chowk on October 27.
North District Police have cautioned that unauthorised storage and careless handling of firecrackers can cause fires and injuries, particularly in crowded markets and residential neighbourhoods.
Residents, traders, shopkeepers and property owners have been asked to follow the law and avoid the illegal sale, possession or storage of firecrackers. Citizens have also been urged to alert the police immediately about any suspected violations.
Police have said they remain committed to safeguarding lives and property and ensuring that festivals are celebrated safely. Further investigation and legal action are under way in these cases.