Diwali 2024: Pollution Control Board In Odisha Issues Guidelines For Bursting Crackers

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Diwali 2024: Pollution Control Board In Odisha Issues Guidelines For Bursting Crackers

by Hemanta Pande

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The State Pollution Control Board (SPCB) in Odisha on Tuesday issued guidelines for the bursting of crackers on the occasion of ensuing Diwali this year.

Bhubaneswar, Oct 29: The State Pollution Control Board (SPCB) in Odisha on Tuesday issued guidelines for the bursting of crackers on the occasion of ensuing Diwali this year.

In its guidelines The SPCB appealed people to celebrate Diwali by burning earthen lamps and burst green fire crackers between 7 PM and 9 PM on Diwali evening.

"Celebrate Deepavali by burning Diyas only and limit the bursting of fire crackers between 7 PM and 9 PM only. Also avoid bursting of series fire crackers and crackers generating a peak noise level of 125 dBA," the SPCB said.

The pollution control board also directed people to avoid bursting crackers near slums, gardens/parks, in silence zones, such as areas comprising 100 meters around hospitals, educational institutions, courts, religious places and silence zones as declared by the competent authority.

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Odisha CM Announces Rs 6 Lakh Ex-Gratia For 2 Workers Killed In Patna Metro Accident

by Hemanta Pande

Bhubaeswar, Oct 30: Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi on Wednesday announced an e- gratia of Rs 6 lakh to the family members of two labourers from the state, who died in an accident at a metro rail construction site in Bihar’s Patna.

The deceased were identified as Manoj Behera and Bijay Behera, hailing from Nayagarh district.

Replicas Of Konark Wheels At Rashtrapati Bhavan: Dharmendra Pradhan Says 'Matter of Great Pride...'

by Hemanta Pande

Bhubaneswar/ New Delhi, Oct 30: A day after replicas of the Konark wheels were installed at Rashtrapati Bhavan Cultural Centre and Amrit Udyan in New Delhi, Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan on Wednesday appreciated the initiative and said, “a matter of great pride, particularly for all Odias.”

“The Konark chakra at the Sun Temple in Konark symbolises continuity and progress. Konark Sun Temple is an outstanding example of India’s civilisational prowess and Odisha’s architectural magnificence. Replicas of Konark wheels at the Rashtrapati Bhavan Cultural Centre and Amrit Udyan is a laudatory initiative to showcase and promote India’s rich culture, heritage and artistic brilliance. A matter of great pride, particularly for all Odias,” Pradhan posted on X.

The Konark chakra at the Sun Temple in Konark symbolises continuity and progress. Konark Sun Temple is an outstanding example of India’s civilisational prowess and Odisha’s architectural magnificence. Replicas of Konark wheels at the Rashtrapati Bhavan Cultural Centre and Amrit… pic.twitter.com/keJDMXvJsg — Dharmendra Pradhan (@dpradhanbjp) October 30, 2024

As many as four replicas of the Konark wheels, made of sandstone, have been installed at Rashtrapati Bhavan Cultural Centre and Amrit Udyan in the national capital.

Installation of Konark wheels aims to showcase and promote the rich heritage of the country among visitors, the President's Secretariat said in a statement.

The Konark Sun Temple, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is the culmination of Odisha’s temple architecture. It was built in the shape of a colossal chariot carrying the Sun God in 13th century.

The Konark wheels are symbols of India’s cultural legacy.

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Let Us Celebrate A Pollution-Free Diwali: President Droupadi Murmu

by Hemanta Pande

New Delhi, Oct 30: President Droupadi Murmu on Wednesday greeted citizens on the eve of Diwali, the festival of lights, and appealed the countrymen to celebrate a pollution-free Diwali this year.

In a statement, President Murmu said, “Let us be proud of the glorious heritage of India. With faith in goodness, let us celebrate a pollution-free Diwali and pledge to build a healthy, prosperous and responsible society”.

“Diwali is a festival of happiness and enthusiasm. This festival symbolises the victory of knowledge over ignorance and good over evil. Various communities in India and abroad celebrate this festival with a great zeal. This festival also kindles hope for a brighter future,” she added.

President Murmu also urged citizens to share the joy of the festival with the less privileged.

“On the auspicious occasion of Diwali, we should illuminate our conscience, adopt virtues of love and compassion, and promote social harmony. This festival is also an opportunity to help the deprived and needy and share our happiness with them,” the President said in her message.

Diwali 2024: Pollution Control Board In Odisha Issues Guidelines For Bursting Crackers

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