Delhi Police Seize Over 1,000 Kilograms of Firecrackers, Register 10 FIRs
In a crackdown on illegal firecracker sales, Delhi police seized over 1,000 kg of firecrackers and filed 10 FIRs ahead of the festive season.
New Delhi, October 30 (Daily Kiran) : In a significant move ahead of the festive season, the Delhi Police have intensified their efforts against the illegal sale and storage of firecrackers. Authorities have registered 10 FIRs and confiscated a total of 1,073.426 kilograms of firecrackers across five police districts.
The seizures occurred in areas including Lahori Gate, Burari, Kotwali, Bara Hindu Rao, and Sabzi Mandi. Notably, the largest haul of 622.88 kilograms was recovered from the Sabzi Mandi area.
Following this, 178.5 kilograms of firecrackers were seized in Bara Hindu Rao, 107.6 kilograms in Kotwali, 88.916 kilograms in Lahori Gate, and 75.53 kilograms in Burari.
On October 16, an FIR was lodged in the Lahori Gate area under Sections 223(B) and 288 of the BNS, as well as Sections 5 and 9B of the Explosives Act. This led to the recovery of 88.916 kilograms of firecrackers near the Sar Shobha Singh Polyclinic.
In Burari, another FIR was filed on October 18 under Sections 223(A) and 288 of the BNS, along with Section 9B of the Explosives Act, resulting in the seizure of 75.53 kilograms of firecrackers from the Himgiri area.
Kotwali police registered two FIRs related to these seizures. On October 18, they confiscated 93 kilograms of firecrackers near Prabha Dharmshala on Angoori Bagh Flower Road, followed by another seizure of 14.6 kilograms near Motilal Cinema in Chandni Chowk on October 27.
The North District Police emphasized that unauthorized storage and unsafe handling of firecrackers pose serious risks of fire hazards and injuries, especially in crowded markets and residential areas.
Authorities have urged residents, traders, shopkeepers, and property owners to comply with regulations and avoid the unauthorized sale, possession, or storage of firecrackers. Citizens are also encouraged to report any violations to the police promptly.
The police reiterated their commitment to ensuring public safety and facilitating a safe and orderly celebration of the upcoming festivals. Investigations and legal actions regarding these incidents are ongoing.
