Firecracker traders face crisis amid strict regulations and alleged lax enforcement

Following Supreme Court guidelines, the firecracker trade in the state has seen a decline due to strict licensing and safety standards. Traders report that the trade has significantly reduced compared to previous years, and they also allege that authorities overlook unauthorized sales happening along roads during special occasions. The article mentions that the firecracker trade, which used to happen in large scale throughout the year, is now limited only to festival days like Vishu, Christmas, and New Year.