Sailesh Mishra

Mumbai Fire Brigade received 142 fire calls on November 8, of which 137 were attributed to firecrackers, making it one of the busiest days for the department in recent times. Region 4, covering Borivli to Kandivli, tops the list with 53 calls The number of calls surged through the day, particularly after 8 pm, leaving fire brigade personnel stretched as they rushed from one incident to another across the city.

Mumbai Mayor Ritu Tawde makes a public appeal in wake of fires caused in Mumbai due to firecrackers over last two days: “Mumbaikars reason for celebration should not become someone else’s reason for sadness. Safety must be our priority. In view of the recent fire incidents caused by firecrackers over the past two days, I appeal to citizens to celebrate responsibly and ensure that their celebrations do not put others at risk. In keeping with the High Court’s directions, firecrackers should not be burst on footpaths or in public places. People should also avoid bursting rockets and other aerial firecrackers, as these can stray into people’s homes and cause damage to property or endanger lives. Firecrackers must be burst away from residential buildings and other inhabited structures to prevent accidents, injuries and damage to property.” Let us celebrate responsibly and ensure that our festivities do not come at the cost of someone else’s safety.”

Complete ban imposed on rockets and similar aerial fireworks across Thane district District Collector Shrikrishna Panchal issues orders; ban to remain in force until January 8, 2027. The order will come into effect at 12.01 pm on November 9, 2026.