'We Are Distributing Bronchitis On Diwali' IAS Officer R Rajendran Raises Alarm Over Firecracker Pollution And Health Risks In Bhopal
Madhya Pradesh Labour Secretary R Rajendran criticised firecracker pollution and growing commercialisation of Diwali celebrations. In a social media post, he warned that toxic smoke aggravates asthma and bronchitis, particularly among vulnerable groups. Calling clean air the best festive gift, he urged communities to celebrate Diwali without polluting the environment.