Arjun Gopal vs Union Of India .

The Supreme Court, in Writ Petition (Civil) No. 728 of 2015, emphasized the need for environmental protection under Article 48A and Article 51A(g) of the Constitution of India, recognizing the harmful effects of fireworks on air quality and public health. The Court issued interim directions to snap the supply chain of fireworks in the National Capital Region (NCR) due to alarming pollution levels, which exceeded WHO standards. The ruling underscored the precautionary principle, prioritizing environmental health over commercial interests, and deemed the availability of explosives for fireworks inappropriate until further orders.