25 years later, West Bengal Diwali to be as noisy as rest of country
Kolkata anticipates a noisier Diwali and Kali Puja with firecrackers now allowed to emit up to 125 dB, a significant increase from the prior 90 dB limit. The state pollution control board's uniformity adjustment has sparked criticism from activists and noise regulators. Concerns rise over the impact on the city's noise levels and the proliferation of uncertified fireworks.
