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Bombay High Court urges reinstatement of Dia Mirda’s anti‑firecracker video after BMC removal
TL;DR
- BMC removed a pollution‑free Diwali video featuring Dia Mirza
- Bombay High Court said it was "disturbed" by the removal
- Court suggested the video be posted again to restore public confidence
- The bench was hearing a PIL on festival noise and air pollution
The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation took down a video promoting a crackers‑free Diwali campaign that featured actress Dia Mirza, after objections from the city mayor and a party chief.
The Bombay High Court, hearing a suo motu public‑interest litigation on festival noise and air pollution, expressed displeasure, describing the removal as "disturbed" and "unfortunate."
Justices Girish S. Kulkarni and Neela K. Gokhale suggested that the video be reposted to restore public confidence in the constitution and to maintain a sense of togetherness.
The court noted that the campaign, which also involved celebrities Ajinkya Rahane and Madhuri Dixit, was an effective step toward raising awareness about the health impacts of firecrackers.
Why It Matters
The episode highlights how Indian courts and civic bodies are navigating public‑health campaigns around Diwali fireworks, a concern for Indian communities worldwide who experience similar air‑quality issues during the festival. The court’s call to restore the video underscores the importance of consistent messaging on pollution control, a topic that resonates with Indian diaspora in the US and Canada as they observe the same celebrations and environmental impacts.
Nov 3, 2026 · Updated 11/3/2026, 7:00:53 AM · Reported with: The Indian Express
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