Celebrate an eco‑friendly Diwali for clean air: WWF‑India EIACP urges Delhi‑NCR residents to pledge a Green Diwali

Air pollution levels in the Delhi-NCR region rise to concerning levels every year during the Diwali season, causing serious harm to public health. Against this backdrop, the prestigious environmental organizations WWF-India (World Wildlife Fund - India) and EIA & CP have issued a special call to all residents of Delhi-NCR. These two organizations have appealed to the public to celebrate this year's Diwali in an eco-friendly manner, i.e., as a 'Green Diwali', to maintain clean air and bring about a significant improvement in air quality.

According to WWF-India and EIA & CP, reducing the use of oil lamps (diyas) and synthetic fireworks is an effective strategy to control air pollution. The organizations have proposed that people take a pledge to adopt traditional methods during the festival while also ensuring the protection of the environment. Under this pledge, natural materials can be used for home decoration, and lighting can be prioritized over fireworks. This initiative will not only help reduce air pollution but will also mitigate health risks, particularly for children, the elderly, and patients with respiratory diseases.

Residents of Delhi-NCR have been appealed to work together with their neighbors and community members to make this Green Diwali initiative a success. The organizations believe that when the entire community unites to adopt environmentally responsible behavior, it leads to a noticeable change in air quality. WWF-India and EIA & CP have clarified that this is not just a one-day affair but a first step toward a lifestyle change, through which a healthy environment can be built for future generations.

People have been asked to join this pledge by lighting traditional diyas in their homes, which reduce the amount of pollutants in carbon emissions, and to avoid synthetic fireworks. These organizations have also noted that densely populated areas like Delhi-NCR are most affected by air pollution, making public participation here extremely important for the success of this initiative. The purpose of this appeal by WWF-India and EIA & CP is to ensure that the joy of the festival is maintained alongside clean air and a healthy life. The public is requested to fulfill this Green Diwali pledge and commit to upholding their environmental responsibility in the coming years.