Today I would like to talk about a hot topic recently – the new policy on setting off fireworks. Did you know that on December 26, Shen Chunyao, director of the Legislative Affairs Committee of the Standing Committee of the National People's Congress, presented a report at the meeting, which mentioned some new changes in the setting off of fireworks?
First of all, we all know that fireworks and the Spring Festival are inseparable, but in consideration of environmental protection, many places have issued a ban on burning. Recently, though, something has changed. Some local regulations have completely banned the discharge and sale of fireworks, which has attracted the attention of citizens and businesses. After review, the Legislative Affairs Commission found that although there is a law that allows for the restriction of fireworks, it does not say that it should be completely banned. So, they suggested that the regulations in these places need to be adjusted.
It's so interesting, this issue has caused a heated discussion among netizens. Some people say that "first- and second-tier cities can set off fireworks at specific times during the Spring Festival, so that they are both festive and do not lose the city's fireworks." Some people suggest that they should be strict with heavy pollution weather on weekdays, and that they can be appropriately relaxed on holidays and notify everyone by text message. Some people feel that a comprehensive ban is not appropriate, and there should be different regulations in urban and rural areas, after all, everyone wants to have a New Year's Spring Festival!
By the way, there is good news! For example, the Xi'an municipal government said that they will organize fireworks events at specific times and places, so that everyone can watch them live or online. The city of Zhengzhou has also temporarily suspended the previous total ban on fireworks, stipulating the time and area of fireworks.
In short, everyone is looking for a balance on this issue. On the one hand, we must preserve our traditional Xi, and on the other hand, we must also take into account environmental protection. I think that with careful regulations and guidance, we can protect the environment without losing the joy of tradition.