Government releases guidelines on use of fireworks during Diwali

A display of Fireworks at the UPA Plaza in Nairobi's Upper Hill area. [File, Standard]

The government through the Ministry of Petroleum and Mining has issued new rules on fireworks as Hindus across the country prepare to celebrate Diwali later this week.

The new rules and regulations are meant to help ensure that this year's Diwali and Hindu New Year celebrations go on without any hitches.