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HC orders BMC to re-upload Dia Mirza Diwali video
Bombay High Court demands Mumbai's civic body re-upload Dia Mirza's anti-firecracker Diwali video after politicians objected.
In brief
Bombay High Court demands Mumbai's civic body re-upload Dia Mirza's anti-firecracker Diwali video after politicians objected. Bombay High Court ordered Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation to re-upload Dia Mirza's Diwali video urging residents not to light firecrackers after BJP city unit chief objected. Originally…
Bombay High Court reaction
The Bombay High Court said it was disturbed by politicians targeting actor Dia Mirza for a video she shot urging Mumbai residents not to light firecrackers during Diwali.
Court orders re-upload
The court directed Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation to re-upload the video to restore public confidence after BJP city unit chief objected.
Politicians' objection
Bharatiya Janata Party city unit chief Ameet Satam said they don't need lessons on Diwali celebrations from Dia Mirza as traditions are deeply rooted in culture.
Court's reasoning
The court stated India is secular and no individual can be isolated from celebrating Diwali, objecting to religious participation is against the country's principles.
Environmental focus
The court emphasized the matter is purely about environment and public health, with no room for factionalism in health and pollution discussions.
What to remember
Bombay High Court ordered Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation to re-upload Dia Mirza's Diwali video urging residents not to light firecrackers after BJP city unit chief objected.
