Diwali is fondly called the “Festival of Lights” in India. Every year during Diwali, all the homes in India are decorated with beautiful lamps, decorative diyas and filled with joy. However, apart from the lights and cheer, Diwali also brings in pollution and lots of smog. During this festival, all the burnt crackers heavily contribute to largescale pollution throughout the country, much more in a few pockets.

Many people believe that one day the burning of crackers will not cause any detrimental effects on the environment. They argue that vehicular pollution, industrial pollution are far more harmful and continuous than crackers which are burnt on a single day.

But there is statistical evidence that burning crackers on Diwali causes pollution, which is similar to the combined polluting effect of vehicles that run for multiple days. Firecrackers are one of the significant reasons for rising global warming and smog.

The primary type of pollution caused by Diwali crackers and fireworks are air pollution. During this time, the already polluted air around us turns deadlier, and the amount of pollutants in the air rises to threatening levels. This pollutant filled air is extremely harmful to breathe.

Cracker burning releases lots of deadly smoke to the atmosphere. This smoke that is emitted is much more harmful than the pollutants released by either vehicles or industries. It removes contaminants to the air that ultimately leads to various airborne diseases. They lead to breathing problems among the children and the elderly.

The pollutants released by the firecrackers can remain suspended in the air for longer durations of time. These pollutants thus pollute the air even after the festival ends. Burning firecrackers are also harmful to various birds and animals. They choke on the deadly smoke and causes their death.

Another type of pollution that is quite prevalent during Diwali time is land pollution. After burning crackers, it is unfortunate to see tons of garbage lying on the streets, and it is these leftover pieces lead to land pollution, and it takes weeks to months to clean them. Most of these pollutants are non-biodegradable, and their disposal is never easy. Thus, over time they turn more toxic.

The next type of pollution is noise pollution. The firecrackers are responsible for quite some amount of noise pollution. This type of pollution is responsible for hearing defects among the elderly and is also harmful to those with heart diseases. Animals also get scared when they are exposed to such high levels of noises.

Thus, preventing this type of pollution is exceptionally crucial in the present times. The best responsible way to do so is by putting a stop to the use of firecrackers. There are many enjoyable things in Diwali, and firecracker burning should not be among them. This type of activity can do a lot of good for the environment around us. Although these steps are relatively small, in the long run, they will indeed create significant differences.

10 Lines On Pollution Due to Diwali In English

1. Cracker burning is harmful to the environment.
2. Celebration of Diwali should include pujas and not crackers.
3. Noise pollution is maximum in Diwali.
4. The noise pollution created scares the animals.
5. You can celebrate Diwali with lights and not fireworks.
6. You can use beautiful diyas, which are pollution-free.
7. Remnants of crackers cause land pollution.
8. The remnants are very much toxic to even animals.
9. You can take the initiative to clean the streets after Diwali.
10. Delhi is most affected by pollution after Diwali.