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Amritsar district magistrate orders complete ban on bursting of firecrackers

Will remain in force until further notice
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In a significant move aimed at maintaining public safety the District Magistrate has issued an order completely banning the bursting of firecrackers within the limits of Amritsar district. The prohibition, enforced under Section 163 of the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS), comes into immediate effect from May 7 and will remain in force until further notice.

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According to the official order shared by the Amritsar commissionerate police on their social media platforms, the ban covers all categories of fireworks commonly used by individuals during weddings, festive celebrations and religious events. This includes high-decibel explosives such as bombs, aerial firecrackers and Chinese-made firecrackers.

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The administration cited public safety during the Indo-Pak conflict, as primary reason behind this decisive step. The order empowers local police to take strict legal action against violators under the relevant provisions of the BNSS. Public awareness campaigns and additional enforcement measures are expected to be rolled out in the coming days to ensure compliance of the ban.

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