<p>Mumbai Mayor Ritu Tawde has appealed to citizens to celebrate Diwali responsibly and follow firecracker guidelines. He appeal comes after multiple major <strong><a href="https://www.mid-day.com/mumbai/mumbai-news/article/mumbai-fire-fire-mumbai-fire-incidents-under-probe-police-say-causes-yet-to-be-established-23659196" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">fire incidents in the city </a></strong>over the past two days.</p>
<p>The mayor urged Mumbaikars to prioritise safety and ensure their celebrations do not put others at risk.</p>
<p>Tawde reminded residents of the Bombay High Court's directions on bursting firecrackers, stating that crackers should not be set off on footpaths, public roads or other public places. She also cautioned against bursting rockets and other aerial firecrackers that could enter homes and cause injuries or damage to property.</p>
<h2>Mayor urges citizens to follow High Court directions</h2>
<p>She appealed to residents to burst firecrackers away from residential buildings and public spaces, and cooperate with authorities to prevent accidents during the festive celebrations.</p>
<p>"Let&rsquo;s celebrate a safe and joyful Diwali! As Mumbai&rsquo;s First Citizen, I warmly appeal to you to ensure that no accidents mar the joy of Diwali... Follow the High Court&rsquo;s rules when bursting firecrackers, avoid bursting them on public roads, and cooperate with the authorities. A little caution on our part can keep everyone safe," Tawde said.</p>
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<p dir="ltr" lang="mr">सुरक्षित आणि आनंददायी दिवाळी साजरी करूया! ?⚠️ दीपावलीच्या आनंदात कुठलीही दुर्घटना घडू नये, यासाठी मुंबईची प्रथम सेविका या नात्याने आपुलकीने आवाहन... फटाके फोडताना उच्च न्यायालयाच्या नियमांचे पालन करा, सार्वजनिक रस्त्यांवर फटाके फोडणे टाळा आणि प्रशासनाला सहकार्य करा. आपली एक छोटीशी दक्षता सर्वांचे जीवन सुरक्षित ठेवू शकते! ? ? आणीबाणीच्या प्रसंगी संपर्क: ▪️ मुंबई अग्निशमन दल: १०१ ▪️ म्युनिसिपल हेल्पलाईन: १९१६ सुरक्षित रहा, आनंदात रहा! ✨ #SafeDiwali #Diwali2026 #PublicSafety #StaySafe #MumbaiMayor #RituTawde #mumbaichiprathamsevika @mybmc</p>
&mdash; Ritu Tawde (@TawdeRitu) <a href="https://x.com/TawdeRitu/status/2119696827293606334?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">November 9, 2026</a></blockquote>
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<h2>Cautions against rockets and aerial firecrackers</h2>
<p>Tawde specifically warned citizens against using rockets and other <strong><a href="https://www.mid-day.com/mumbai/mumbai-news/article/thane-bans-rockets-and-similar-aerial-firecrackers-across-district-until-january-2027-23659163" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">aerial firecrackers that could enter homes</a></strong>, potentially injuring residents or damaging property.</p>
<p>She urged Mumbaikars to exercise caution while celebrating and ensure that their festivities do not cause inconvenience or pose a safety risk to others.</p>
<h2>The Diwali safety advisory</h2>
<p>With firecracker-related incidents raising safety concerns during Diwali celebrations, the Mumbai Fire Brigade has issued an advisory urging citizens to take precautions while bursting firecrackers and follow fire prevention guidelines.</p>
<p>The fire brigade has advised residents to burst firecrackers only in open spaces, maintain a safe distance and avoid areas near buildings, hutments, shops, parking spaces, petrol pumps, electrical transformers and overhead power lines.</p>
<p>The advisory also recommends keeping a bucket of water or a fire extinguisher nearby. Parents have been asked to accompany and supervise children while they burst firecrackers.</p>
<p>The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) has urged citizens to <strong><a href="https://www.mid-day.com/lifestyle/health-and-fitness/article/diwali-2026-protect-your-eyes-mumbai-eye-doctors-warn-about-harmful-effects-of-firecracker-smoke-amid-air-pollution-23659091" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">avoid holding firecrackers in their hands or directing rockets</a></strong> and other aerial firecrackers towards buildings. Residents have also been cautioned against relighting firecrackers that have already burnt or failed to explode.</p>
<h2>Mumbai records 137 firecracker-related incidents in 24 hours</h2>
<p>The advisory comes after Mumbai recorded 142 fire incidents in a single day on November 8, 2026, of which 137 were caused by firecrackers. Two women were injured in the incidents, according to the BMC.</p>
<p>Data shared by the civic body shows that Mumbai recorded 262 fire incidents during Diwali in 2024, including 80 caused by firecrackers. Three people were injured that year.</p>
<p>In 2025, the city reported 289 fire incidents, of which 113 were attributed to firecrackers. No casualties or injuries were reported during that year.</p>
<h2>Citizens advised to wear cotton clothes, avoid combustible materials</h2>
<p>The Mumbai Fire Brigade has advised citizens to avoid wearing loose-fitting or synthetic clothes while bursting firecrackers and preferably opt for cotton clothing.</p>
<p>Residents have also been asked not to store inflammable materials such as paper, cloth and other combustible items on terraces, balconies, near windows or around their homes.</p>
<p>In case a <strong><a href="https://www.mid-day.com/mumbai/mumbai-news/article/mumbai-fire-level-ii-fire-breaks-out-in-garage-at-dongris-haji-kasam-chawl-multiple-emergency-teams-rush-to-spot-23659094" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">fire breaks out</a></strong>, citizens should not panic but move immediately to a safe location and alert the fire brigade.</p>
<h2>Emergency contact numbers</h2>
<p>The BMC has urged citizens to immediately contact the Mumbai Fire Brigade on 101 in case of a fire or any emergency.</p>
<p>Residents can also reach the fire brigade on 9076333101, 9076333102, 9076333103, 9076333104 and 9076333105.</p>
<p>The civic body's helpline, 1916, can also be contacted for assistance.</p>
<p>The Mumbai Fire Brigade has appealed to residents to prioritise safety during Diwali celebrations and follow the prescribed fire prevention measures to protect lives and property.</p>

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Mumbai Mayor Ritu Tawde urges citizens to celebrate a safe Diwali, follow firecracker rules

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The mayor reminded residents of the Bombay High Court's directions on bursting firecrackers, stating that crackers should not be set off on footpaths, public roads or other public places

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