Tamil Nadu Villages Forgo Firecrackers on Diwali for 21 Years to Protect Birds

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Villagers near the Vellode Bird Sanctuary in Tamil Nadu have observed a cracker-free Diwali for more than two decades. The practice is aimed at protecting the wildlife of the sanctuary. Children celebrate the festival with sparklers instead of fireworks. Families still mark the occasion by wearing new clothes and sharing festive sweets. The sanctuary attracts many migratory birds every year, which is why the community prioritises its ecology.

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