Chandigarh mayor urges people to avoid Chinese products

The Mayor appealed to people to celebrate a pollution-free Diwali this year. He said everyone should not only contribute to reducing pollution but also promote use locally made 'diyas' to celebrate a safe Diwali.

Chandigarh's Mayor Davesh Moudgil on Monday asked the city residents to shun Chinese products and firecrackers, and celebrate the Diwali with traditional fervour.

"We will have to refuse not only the firecrackers but also Chinese-made products, especially lighting articles, which will play a major role in combating air and noise pollution caused during Diwali. I urge children to also learn about the chemicals present in the firecrackers and the impact of these chemicals on various parts of the human body," the mayor said while launching the 'Harit Diwali campaign on Monday.

The Mayor appealed to people to celebrate a pollution-free Diwali this year. He said everyone should not only contribute to reducing pollution but also promote use locally made 'diyas' to celebrate a safe Diwali.

Municipal Commissioner K.K. Yadav said there was the scientific logic behind celebrating Diwali with local made 'diyas' and home-made articles for decoration.