Bengaluru: Karnataka police urged people to celebrate Deepavali peacefully, responsibly and in an eco-friendly manner, while following directions issued by Supreme Court and other competent authorities.According to guidelines, firecrackers must not be burst at public places such as bus stands, railway stations, hospitals, educational institutions, religious places and other crowded or sensitive locations. People have been advised against bursting crackers on roads, near parked vehicles or in areas with heavy pedestrian movement.Cops advised people to buy firecrackers only from licensed shops, check the packaging for prescribed markings and QR codes to ensure the products are genuine. They have been asked to alert local police or call 112/108 if they notice illegal sales or storage of firecrackers.
