Mumbaikars are all set to celebrate Diwali this year with the same fervour as during pre-lockdown times, but with an eye on sustainability and environmental concerns. From re-using old items to buying eco-friendly items, people are open to experimenting with their choices this festive season
More and more people are willing to explore ways to celebrate Diwali in a sustainable and eco-friendly manner. Photo: AFP.
With lockdown restrictions eased, since the past week Mumbaikars have been engrossed in preparations for Diwali, a festival that enlivens the city during October and November. Though the festive zeal is greater compared to the low-key celebrations of the previous year, the government guidelines and the impact of the pandemic has generally reduced the craze about firecrackers.