Taking the COVID-19 situation into account, the government of Rajasthan has prohibited the sale of firecrackers this festive season. Reportedly, Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot has said in his statement that protecting the lives of the people is paramount for the government in these challenging times. He has also ordered strict actions against the sale of crackers to curb pollution levels and protect the health of the virus-infected patients and the general public. Read on to know more.
Sale And Use Of Firecrackers Banned In Rajasthan To Protect COVID-19 Patients
Rajasthan Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot has put bans on the sale of firecrackers in the state to restrict their use during Diwali in the wake of the coronavirus. Gehlot stated in a tweet, “State govt has taken the decision to ban the sale and bursting of firecrackers in order to protect health of #COVID19 infected patients & public from poisonous smoke emanating due to fireworks. In this challenging corona pandemic time, protecting lives of ppl is paramount for govt.”
State govt has taken the decision to ban the sale and bursting of firecrackers in order to protect health of #COVID19 infected patients & public from poisonous smoke emanating due to fireworks.
In this challenging corona pandemic time,protecting lives of ppl is paramount for govt— Ashok Gehlot (@ashokgehlot51) November 2, 2020
The government has taken up this step to protect the coronavirus patients and the general public from the ill effects of pollution. Strict actions will be taken up against the sale of fireworks in the state. The government has also directed actions against polluting vehicles plying without fitness certificate. In another tweet, the CM has informed that Rajasthan will be the first state in the country to enact a law to make the wearing of face masks mandatory. Meanwhile, Rajasthan has some mysterious places that have their own tales.
Also Read: Top Desi, Rajasthani-Style Hotels To Spend Your Weekend In Jaipur
Harmful Effects Of Firecrackers
According to a report by Medicover Hospitals, firing crackers in Diwali can drastically increase the level of dust and pollutants in the air. The report states, “After firing, the fine dust particles get settled on the surrounding surfaces which are packed with chemicals like copper, zinc, sodium, lead, magnesium, cadmium and pollutants like oxides of sulfur and nitrogen. These invisible yet harmful particles affect the environment and in turn, put our health at stake.” The chemicals can be harmful to our respiratory system, nervous system and even blood levels. Amid the coronavirus crisis, keeping our immunity strong is very important. Thus, it’s best to enjoy Diwali this year without the use of firecrackers.
Also Read: Unbelievable! Evidence Of 1,72,000 Year Old River In Rajasthan’s Thar Desert
Apart from prohibiting firecracker sale, the Rajasthan CM has also informed that the recruitment process of 2000 doctors in the state would be completed soon. Schools and colleges will also remain closed in the state till November 16. For now, allow us to take you on a virtual tour to Lakshman Sagar, the hidden resort in Rajasthan with a private pool in every cottage: