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Mumbai bans rockets and aerial fireworks until November 25 after surge in fire incidents

The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) has banned the use of rockets and other aerial fireworks across Mumbai until November 25, 2026, following a surge in fire incidents linked to firecrackers during Diwali celebrations. The restriction came into effect immediately on November 9 and will remain in force until 11:59 pm on November 25.