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Actress Soni Razdan clarifies anti‑national comment on Diwali crackers, says issue is not religious
✍️ Bollywood Hungama
🗓 06 Nov 2026, 07:33 AM
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Actress Soni Razdan faced criticism after calling Diwali fireworks anti‑national and has now clarified that her concern relates to safety and environmental impact, not religion.
Actress Soni Razdan attracted public ire after she described Diwali fireworks as "anti‑national" during a recent interview. The remark sparked a wave of criticism on social media, with many accusing her of undermining a traditional Indian festival.
In a follow‑up statement, Razdan emphasized that her comment was not aimed at any religion. "This is NOT about religion," she said, adding that her concern centered on the safety hazards and environmental damage caused by the crackers.
She highlighted the growing debate over the health and ecological impact of firecrackers, noting that the issue should be addressed through responsible regulation rather than cultural condemnation. Razdan urged authorities and citizens to consider alternatives that preserve festive spirit without compromising public well‑being.
The clarification has been noted by several entertainment portals, which report that the actress hopes the discussion will shift from religious sentiment to practical safety measures.
In a follow‑up statement, Razdan emphasized that her comment was not aimed at any religion. "This is NOT about religion," she said, adding that her concern centered on the safety hazards and environmental damage caused by the crackers.
She highlighted the growing debate over the health and ecological impact of firecrackers, noting that the issue should be addressed through responsible regulation rather than cultural condemnation. Razdan urged authorities and citizens to consider alternatives that preserve festive spirit without compromising public well‑being.
The clarification has been noted by several entertainment portals, which report that the actress hopes the discussion will shift from religious sentiment to practical safety measures.