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Firecracker sales in Delhi saw a sharp rise this Diwali as traders reported brisk business and heavy customer turnout, even as resident welfare associations (RWAs) voiced concerns over violations of the bursting-time limits and deteriorating air quality.

According to Chamber of Trade and Industry (CTI) Chairman Brijesh Goyal, there was strong demand for firecrackers this festive season.

“Even a day before Diwali, most traders had run out of stock. Many people had to travel to Gurugram, Noida, Faridabad, Ghaziabad and Sonipat to purchase crackers,” he said, adding that the overall firecracker sales in Delhi was around Rs 500 crore.

Paramjit Singh Pamma, president of the Sadar Bazar Association, said traders witnessed nearly 40-per cent higher sales this year co

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