Mizoram Assembly Passes Bill to Regulate Fireworks Use

Mizoram’s lawmakers passed a new law about using fireworks.

The law is meant to reduce harm to people’s health and to the environment.

Fireworks can make the air less clean and affect public health.

The government has already restricted fireworks during some major festivals since 2008.

Earlier, local officials issued orders to prohibit fireworks, but enforcement was not always consistent.

The new law creates clearer rules for handling violations.

People who break the rules may face fines or imprisonment.

The government says it would generally prefer quick and substantial fines instead of sending offenders to prison.