Dhamtari, Sept. 12 -- In a move to promote the 'Local for Vocal' initiative, Dhamtari district in Chhattisgarh is empowering 100-200 women through green cracker production, making Diwali celebrations more sustainable.

Speaking to ANI, a woman working in the factory that produces green firecrackers, thanking to this initiative, said that several women are now able to support themselves.

"A total of 24 women's groups are working in this initiative, which involves about 200 women. Owing to green crackers initiatives, women are able to stand on their feet and become empowered. This will not harm the environment either," she shared.

Meanwhile, firecrackers are being manufactured actively in the Sivakasi area of Virudhunagar district in Tami...