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Odisha govt allows only green firecrackers for sale & use, bans other firecrackers

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Odisha govt allows only green firecrackers for sale & use, bans other firecrackers

Before the upcoming Diwali, the Orissa state government has banned the use of firecrackers throughout the state. In addition, the government only allows green biscuits to be sold and used in places where Diwali celebrations are held. On Monday, the Special Relief Commissioner (SRC) issued an order stating that the state will mainly ban the use and sale of firecrackers during Diwali, Chhat Puja and Kartik Purnima, and only allow the use of green fireworks. In addition, SRC has issued some guidelines on the sale and use of firecrackers during these festivals.

The order stated that “the sale and use of fireworks is limited to the definition and development of “green fireworks” as set forth by the CSIR-NEERI (Council for Scientific and Industrial Research-National Environmental Engineering Research Institute).” It added: “It should also continue to be banned. Sell ​​and use connected firecrackers (series firecrackers or /laril)”.

The guide further informs that traders or sellers who have obtained a certificate from the Petroleum and Explosives Safety Organization and have presented the certificate should also be allowed to sell their products after proper inspection of their inventory. In addition, the seller also needs to deposit the PESO certificate in the district government or the police chief to obtain the permission to sell green fireworks.

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Those who have not obtained the certificate will not be allowed to sell their products. On websites that sell green fireworks, the guidelines recommend that the designated websites be published by the authorities and not allowed to be used on the Internet.

The Odisha government has further instructed the relevant authorities to ensure the correct implementation of the prescribed guidelines to protect the sale and use of banned firecrackers.

News Source : Republicworld.com

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The buses will start and currently serve Greater Noida and Jewar, even though the airport is probably not going to be operational by May By the end of May, the Delhi Transport Corporation (DTC) plans to begin operating electric buses from the Capital to the soon-to-be Noida International Airport (NIA) in Jewar, according to officials. The buses will begin at.

Delhi’s three Inter State Bus Terminals (ISBTs) — Maharana Pratap ISBT at Kashmere Gate, Swami Vivekanand ISBT at Anand Vihar, and Veer Hakikat Rai ISBT at Sarai Kale Khan — and currently serve Greater Noida and Jewar, even though the airport is probably not going to meet the May deadline to be operational The Delhi Transport Corporation (DTC) is set to launch.

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Electric bus services connecting Delhi’s Inter-State Bus Terminals (ISBTs) to the upcoming Noida International Airport (NIA) in Jewar by the end of May 2025. This initiative aims to enhance connectivity between the national capital and the new airport, providing a March 2025, DTC and NIA signed operate thesesustainable and efficient mode transportation for.

Key Features of the Service

  • Routes and Terminals: The electric buses will operate from three major ISBTs in Delhi: Maharana Pratap ISBT at Kashmere Gate, Swami Vivekanand ISBT at Anand Vihar, and Veer Hakikat Rai ISBT at Sarai Kale Khan. Initially, these buses will serve areas in Greater Noida and Jewar, catering to the March 2025, DTC and NIA signed an MoU to operate these demand for public transport in these regions.
  • Memorandum of Understanding (MoU): In March 2025, DTC and NIA signed an MoU to operate these bus services, formalizing the collaboration between the two entities The fleet will consist of air-conditioned, low-floor electric buses equipped with modern amenities, including GPS tracking, CCTV cameras, panic buttons, and broad aisle spaces to accommodate luggage. These features aim to ensure.
  • Commuters passenger safety and comfort during transit While the exact fare amounts are yet to be finalized, discussions are ongoing in consultation with the Yamuna Expressway Industrial Development Authority (Yeida), which manages the Jewar area. The authorities aim to establish a cost-effective fare structure for commuters The bus services will initially be deployed on a pilot basis. Depending demand.

Additional Considerations

  • Infrastructure Development: A four-kilometer stretch of road that will be part of the bus route is not fully developed yet. DTC has reached out to Yeida to ascertain the usability and development timeline of this segment to ensure seamless operations. and passenger feedback, routes may be adjusted, and the number of buses increased to better serve commuters this, the bus services will begin as scheduled.
  • Airport Operational Timeline: Although the NIA was expected to commence operations by mid-May 2025, it is likely to miss this deadline due to ongoing construction work. Despite this, the bus services will begin as scheduled, providing connectivity to the surrounding areas in the interim providing connectivity to the surrounding areas in the interi This initiative reflects DTC’s commitment to.
  • Enhancing public transportation infrastructure and promoting eco-friendly travel options in the National Capital Region. By introducing electric buses on this route, the corporation aims to offer a reliable and sustainable alternative for commuters traveling between Delhi and the upcoming Noida International The Delhi Transport Corporation (DTC) is set to commence electric bus services.
  • connecting Delhi’s Inter-State Bus Terminals (ISBTs) to the upcoming Noida International Airport (NIA) in Jewar by the end of May 2025. This initiative aims to provide eco-friendly and convenient transportation options for commuters traveling between Delhi and the new airport NIA was expected to commence.
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