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Political tensions rise over Diwali firecrackers, pollution and comments on Lord Ram

Political tensions rise over Diwali firecrackers, pollution and comments on Lord Ram

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Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath defended the use of firecrackers during Diwali, saying there is no need to worry about the resulting bad air because the pollution will improve on its own. Speaking at a government event in Lucknow, he asked why concerns were being raised and argued that the issue will subside, even as the Central Pollution Control Board reported that several locations continued to record high AQI readings. He also criticised those who focus on pollution while ignoring what he called greater corrupt practices.

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Coverage arrived over 61 hours. First from Maktoob Media, latest from The Times of India.

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Coverage Bias Distribution

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Left / Center-Left 3 (27%)
Center 5 (45%)
Center-Right / Right 3 (28%)

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  3. The Morung Express Center

    ‘Stop making Diwali firecrackers villains for Delhi’s pollution’, CTI seeks focus on stubble burning

    New Delhi, November 10 (IANS): The Chamber of Trade and Industry (CTI) has urged authorities to stop holding Diwali firecrackers solely responsible for Delhi’s air pollution, arguing that the issue requires year-round scientific and balanced measures rather than selective restrictions that affect…

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  15. India Today Center-Right Living Media India Current article

    Political tensions rise over Diwali firecrackers, pollution and comments on Lord Ram

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  17. The Economic Times Center-Right Bennett, Coleman & Co.

    UP CM Yogi Adityanath defends firecrackers on Diwali; dismisses pollution concerns

    Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath expressed his support for the celebration of Diwali with firecrackers. He stated that concerns about pollution should be alleviated as they would decrease. Adityanath criticized those who focus on pollution while ignoring greater corrupt practices. He…

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