Diwali is a pure festival which is celebrated with family. However, the way it is celebrated is changing – from mithais (sweets) to crackers.
Dr Sidharth Sahni is disappointed that only a few people realise that bursting crackers is one of the major cause of pollution. The chemicals that are released by these crackers cause breathing difficulties. The festival that was all about lights and happiness has now been towing with people’s health.
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