Diwali 2023: Tips for a Safe and Happy Deepavali Celebration

Diwali, being celebrated today on Sunday, November 12, is an auspicious Hindu festival observed with much pomp and splendour across India. People decorate their houses with lights, diyas, and flowers, dress up in ethnic ensembles, and have a gala time with their family members, friends, or relatives. A special part of Diwali also bursting firecrackers. The fun activity might mostly be enjoyed by kids, but adults too engage in the joy of bursting crackers.

While Diwali is an occasion that calls for togetherness and celebration, the festival must be celebrated with caution due to the involvement of fire. Ahead of diving into the festive fever, here are some do’s and don’ts for a safer Diwali:

Do’s And Don’ts For A Safer Diwali

Do’s

1. Cotton garmentsBefore nursing firecrackers make sure that everyone in your family, especially kids wears cotton clothing. Since synthetic materials quickly catch fire, they can be quite dangerous and must be avoided.
2. Well-fitted outfitsTry to wear clothes that cover your arms and legs fully. Flowy, trailing attire has the risk of catching fire quickly. For women, wearing a dupatta, make sure that the drape is pinned properly.
3. Firecracker qualityOnly buy firecrackers from authorized manufacturers, and always read the instructions carefully before using them. High-quality firecrackers lower the possibility of accidents.
4. Emergency contactAccidents don’t come with a warning. In case of any mishap, keep the emergency contact numbers of the ambulance, doctors, and police stations handy. You can also save the numbers of your close friends and relatives in case of an emergency.
5. Fire extinguisherWhen using firecrackers, keep a fire extinguisher close by. To put out a small fire, a bucket of water or sand can also be useful.

Don’ts

1. Children aloneAlways be present with your children, and kids when they are bursting crackers. Do not let them on their own.
2. Keep toddlers awayInfants and toddlers should not be brought near firecrackers as they might get scared or try to touch the crackers with their bare hands.
3. IndoorsDo not light firecrackers indoors. Even sparklers that are deemed to be not-so-dangerous should be avoided lighting indoors. One should always light them outdoors.
4. ContainersYou should never put firecrackers inside glass jars or tin containers to derive the sound effect. They can lead to extremely dangerous results.
5. AnimalsAnimals get terrified by the sounds of firecrackers. Even if you do not have a pet, do not burst crackers in front of stray animals when they are nearby.