New Delhi, Oct. 6 -- Delhi government will urge the Supreme Court to permit the use of green firecrackers for Diwali in the national capital, Chief Minister Rekha Gupta said on Monday.

In an official statement, Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta said: "We will urge the Supreme Court to permit the use of green firecrackers for Diwali."

The Delhi government will formally submit its position in writing to the Supreme Court. The government is seeking permission for the use of certified green firecrackers, provided the public fully participates and adheres to the relevant government regulations, the statement said.

Diwali is the most significant religious festival in Indian culture. Taking into account the sentiments of millions of Delhi resi...