Orissa High Court Rules: No Firework Competition At Ravan Podi Itsav In Cuttack

There will be no firecracker competitions during Ravan Podi event in Cuttack on occasion of Dussehra this year. This  Orissa High Court ordered this in its directive.
As a result, puja pandals in the Millennium City will not have the opportunity to host any firework display this year.
The High Court came up with the directive while hearing an intervening petition filed by Sarbadharma Sadharana Parishad.
As per reports, the High Court has given emphasis on the smooth conduct of Ravan Podi utsav. The Advocate Committee has suggested using only colourful firecrackers that don’t have any kind of harmful effect on the environment. As per the Committee, it will strike a balance between culture and addressing environmental pollution.
As per sources, all kinds of arrangement will be made at the lower Bali Jatra ground and directions have also been issued to Cuttack Municipal Corporation (CMC) and district administration to take necessary measures to maintain discipline during Ravan Podi. 
The High Court has also ordered the DCP Cuttack to ensure proper traffic management in view of anticipated rush in the city during the upcoming festival.