2 months – Barwani's Collector Jayati Singh has banned the making, storing, buying, selling, and using of hingot for two months. Hingot, a fruit-based firecracker used during Diwali and Padwa, is now prohibited. Violators will face legal action under various acts. Police are closely monitoring vendors and suspicious activities. Citizens are urged to report any related activities. The ban aims to end dangerous practices. In previous years, hingot incidents caused serious injuries. Last year, 12 people involved in hingot activities had to submit ₹1 lakh bonds each., a firecracker market will open at Dussehra Ground with 46 tin-shed shops, following safety regulations. (Updated 17 Oct 2025, 13:08 IST; source: link)
Key Points
- 2 months – Barwani's Collector Jayati Singh has banned the making, storing, buying, selling, and using of hingot for two months
- Hingot, a fruit-based firecracker used during Diwali and Padwa, is now prohibited
- Violators will face legal action under various acts