The BMC has directed all ward licence departments to take action against illegal firecracker shops. A written order from the licence department superintendent was sent to all ward offices, along with instructions to submit daily reports.

Deputy Municipal Commissioner Chanda Jadhav confirmed the issuance of this order, calling it “a regular exercise,” and added, “The action will start.” A licence department official said, “BMC guidelines require a licence and a Fire Brigade NOC to sell firecrackers. Even seasonal firecracker shops must obtain a BMC licence and fire department approval.”