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Kekri Firecracker Clash: Police Warn Against Dangerous Diwali Practice
✍️ Amar Ujala · Rajasthan
🗓 02 Nov 2026, 08:36 AM
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In Kekri, Rajasthan, a long‑standing tradition of throwing burning firecrackers at each other during Diwali and Govardhan Puja has been flagged as hazardous by local police. The authorities urge residents to abandon the practice to prevent injuries.
Police in Kekri have issued a stern warning against the practice of throwing burning firecrackers at one another during Diwali and Govardhan Puja. The custom, which has persisted for years, poses serious risks of burns and injuries to participants and bystanders.
The local police department highlighted that the activity often leads to accidental fires and has resulted in several injuries in the past. They urged the community to observe safer ways of celebrating the festivals and to refrain from this hazardous tradition.
Authorities have also announced that they will increase patrols during the festival period and will take strict action against those who continue to engage in the dangerous practice. Residents are encouraged to report any incidents to the police immediately.
The local police department highlighted that the activity often leads to accidental fires and has resulted in several injuries in the past. They urged the community to observe safer ways of celebrating the festivals and to refrain from this hazardous tradition.
Authorities have also announced that they will increase patrols during the festival period and will take strict action against those who continue to engage in the dangerous practice. Residents are encouraged to report any incidents to the police immediately.