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Bengaluru police issue 19-point Deepavali safety guidelines, warn of legal action against violators

According to the guidelines, people have been advised to purchase and use only certified green crackers and burst them strictly between 8 p.m. and 10 p.m., in accordance with the directions of the Supreme Court.

Bengaluru police issue 19-point Deepavali safety guidelines, warn of legal action against violators

The Bengaluru police have issued a 19-point Deepavali safety advisory urging the public to celebrate the festival responsibly and in an eco-friendly manner. Authorities warn of legal action against violators who breach prescribed timings and safety regulations for bursting crackers. The guidelines advise residents to use only certified green crackers between 8 p.m. and 10 p.m., and to avoid bursting them in or around sensitive locations, main roads, crowded areas, and near parked vehicles.

The police also caution against disturbing animals and maintaining cleanliness in public spaces post-celebrations.

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