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Center Owned by Deccan Chronicle HoldingsMumbai Bans Aerial Firecrackers After Diwali Fire Surge
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The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) has issued a preventive ban on rockets and similar aerial firecrackers across its jurisdiction from November 9 to November 25, following a Diwali fire scare and a rise in fire incidents linked to firecrackers. The order applies to all residential buildings, rooftops, balconies and slum pockets and is intended to address public safety concerns.
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According to the order issued by the authority, the restriction covers all residential buildings, rooftops, balconies, and slum pockets.
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The prohibition will apply to all public and private spaces within BMC limits, including residential buildings, terraces, balconies, courtyards, parking lots and slum areas.
