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Crime
Delhi Police seize 2.26 tonnes of firecrackers, arrest four smugglers
✍️ India Today
🗓 16 Oct 2026, 04:36 AM
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Delhi police confiscated 2,260 kg of illegal firecrackers and arrested four individuals involved in transporting the consignment.
Delhi police announced the seizure of a large consignment of firecrackers weighing 2,260 kg, intercepted during a routine check. The operation led to the arrest of four persons suspected of transporting the illegal stock across the city.
According to officials, the seized firecrackers were packed in multiple crates and were slated for distribution ahead of upcoming festivities. The police have launched an investigation to trace the source and any further links in the supply chain.
The arrests were made at a location within the capital, and the detained individuals are being held for further questioning. Authorities have warned that strict action will continue against illegal firecracker trade, especially during peak celebration periods.
The seized material has been handed over to the relevant municipal department for safe disposal, and the case will be forwarded to the court for prosecution under the Arms Act and related regulations.
According to officials, the seized firecrackers were packed in multiple crates and were slated for distribution ahead of upcoming festivities. The police have launched an investigation to trace the source and any further links in the supply chain.
The arrests were made at a location within the capital, and the detained individuals are being held for further questioning. Authorities have warned that strict action will continue against illegal firecracker trade, especially during peak celebration periods.
The seized material has been handed over to the relevant municipal department for safe disposal, and the case will be forwarded to the court for prosecution under the Arms Act and related regulations.