Do not torture others for your happiness, show a little kindness,
Renu Desai said, criticizing the continued use of loud firecrackers late at night following Diwali celebrations.
The actress expressed her frustration through a social media post after observing people continuing to burst high-decibel crackers around 11:00 p.m., even after the festival had concluded, ETV Bharat.
Desai explained that she remained quiet during the actual Diwali festivities to avoid being labeled an “anti-Hindu” by critics, ABP Desam.
She questioned the necessity of such loud noises at 11:00 p.m. once the formal holiday period had passed, HMTV.
The actress noted that the behavior showed a lack of empathy for those who are most affected by the noise, specifically the elderly, young children, and individuals suffering from illnesses, Vaartha Telugu.
She characterized the disregard for others’ peace as mere foolishness and a lack of basic compassion, Disha daily.
Desai urged the public to celebrate the festival of lights joyfully but cautioned against turning it into a competition of noise, ETV Bharat.
She suggested that people should aim to finish bursting crackers by 10:00 p.m. to allow others to have some peace, Filmibeat Telugu.
It is not wrong to celebrate the festival of lights happily. but do not turn it into a competition of sounds,
Renu Desai, via ETV Bharat
Addressing the broader issue of pollution, she remarked that it is not useful to focus specifically on firecrackers since vehicles and industries cause pollution for 364 days of the year, Prajasakti.
Desai has previously voiced similar frustrations regarding loud DJ music during late-night celebrations for Vinayaka Chavithi, Filmibeat Telugu.