Letters to The Editor — November 4, 2026 - The HinduPublished - November 04, 2026 12:24 am ISTConditional useThe Supreme Court’s decision permitting green crackers for two days within prescribed timings in Delhi-NCR is welcome. However, effective implementation and enforcement during these hours remain crucial. Such directives should extend to other metropolitan and urban areas rather than serve merely as temporary damage-control measures. Environmental protection must go beyond regulatory restrictions and become a shared public responsibility, fostering a culture in which concern for the environment is integral to collective thinking and practice in India.Published - November 04, 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 }