New Delhi: Delhi Police have intensified their crackdown on the illegal sale and storage of firecrackers ahead of the festive season, registering 10 cases and recovering a total of 1,073.426 kg of firecrackers during a special enforcement drive across North Delhi.
The operation involved police teams from five police stations, which conducted raids at multiple locations, including Lahori Gate, Chandni Chowk, Sabzi Mandi, Burari and other areas. The action targeted the unauthorised possession, storage and sale of firecrackers in markets and residential neighbourhoods.
Sabzi Mandi records the highest seizure
According to North District Deputy Commissioner of Police (DCP) Niharika Bhatt, the largest recovery was made in the Sabzi Mandi police station area, where three separate cases led to the seizure of 622.88 kg of firecrackers.
The other recoveries included 178.50 kg in three cases under the Bara Hindu Rao police station, 107.60 kg in two cases in the Kotwali area, 88.916 kg in Lahori Gate and 75.530 kg in Burari.
Where did the police conduct raids?
The Lahori Gate police registered a case after recovering firecrackers opposite Sir Sobha Singh Polyclinic on October 16. On October 18, Burari police conducted an operation in front of House No. 163 in B-Block, Himalaya Vihar.
On the same day, Kotwali police seized 93 kg of firecrackers near Prabha Dharamshala on Angoori Bagh Phool Wala Road. Another recovery of 14.60 kg was made near Moti Cinema in Chandni Chowk on October 27.
Meanwhile, Bara Hindu Rao police registered three separate cases involving 178.50 kg of firecrackers in Mahavir Bazaar.
Sabzi Mandi police also carried out raids in several locations, including Mandir Wali Gali near Arya Mandir, Pul Bangash and areas around Roshanara Road, recovering substantial quantities of firecrackers.
Police emphasise public safety during festivities
DCP Niharika Bhatt said public safety remains the top priority during the festive season. She warned that the illegal storage and unsafe handling of firecrackers could lead to fires and serious accidents.
The North District Police have appealed to traders, shopkeepers and property owners to follow safety regulations and avoid unauthorised firecracker sales or storage.
Residents have also been urged to report suspicious activities to the police immediately. Legal proceedings and investigations in all 10 cases are currently underway.
