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Crime
Delhi Police confiscate 312 kg of illegal firecrackers in Shahdara, arrest seller
✍️ The Hawk
🗓 04 Nov 2026, 02:02 PM
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Police in Delhi's Shahdara district seized over 300 kg of firecrackers and arrested a man for illegal sale, officials said.
Delhi police conducting a raid in Shahdara district recovered 312 kilograms of firecrackers that were being stored for illegal distribution. The haul, described as a substantial quantity, was seized under existing regulations governing the sale and possession of fireworks.
During the operation, officers apprehended a man suspected of dealing the contraband without the required licences. He was taken into custody and is expected to face charges related to the unlawful trade of explosive devices.
Authorities highlighted the seizure as part of a broader effort to curb the illegal firecracker market ahead of upcoming celebrations, emphasizing strict enforcement of safety norms to prevent accidents and unlawful commerce.
During the operation, officers apprehended a man suspected of dealing the contraband without the required licences. He was taken into custody and is expected to face charges related to the unlawful trade of explosive devices.
Authorities highlighted the seizure as part of a broader effort to curb the illegal firecracker market ahead of upcoming celebrations, emphasizing strict enforcement of safety norms to prevent accidents and unlawful commerce.