Letters to The Editor — November 11, 2026 - The HinduPublished - November 11, 2026 12:24 am ISTFirecrackers, half measuresIt is not surprising that the air quality in New Delhi deteriorated significantly after Deepavali celebrations. The Supreme Court’s advice to limit celebrations to specific hours and use only ‘green crackers’ appears to have found few takers. The government was hesitant to impose a ban, fearing public resentment. Unless the authorities demonstrate a strong resolve to tackle this recurring menace through an integrated approach, most Indian cities cannot be expected to become pollution free.Published - November 11, 2026 12:24 am ISTSign in to unlock member-only benefits!Access 10 free stories every monthSave stories to read laterAccess to comment on every storySign-up/manage your newsletter subscriptions with a single clickGet notified by email for early access to discounts & offers on our products${ ind + 1 } ${ device }Last active - ${ la }