Odisha Issues Guidelines for Diwali Celebrations, Restricts Firecracker Use to 9 PM

Bhubaneswar: As Diwali approaches, the Odisha State Pollution Control Board (OSPCB) has issued comprehensive guidelines for celebrating the festival responsibly, emphasizing restricted firecracker use to reduce noise and air pollution. Diwali falls on November 1 this year, and the OSPCB has set specific measures to ensure a safer, eco-friendly celebration. According to the new guidelines,…

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OSPCB Chairman Ahuja Suggests to make pollution control monitoring system more effective

Bhubaneswar: The Odisha State Pollution Control Board (OSPCB) held its 131st council meeting today at the Lok Seva Bhavan, focusing on enhancing its environmental monitoring and pollution control systems. The meeting, chaired by Chief Administrative Secretary and OSPCB Chairman Manoj Ahuja, underscored the board’s critical role in ensuring clean air, safe drinking water, and a…

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