Green Diwali Campaign 2026

Why Is It in News?

The nationwide Green Diwali Campaign was launched on 20 October 2026 and will run until 8 November 2026. It encourages citizens to celebrate Diwali without firecrackers and adopt environmentally responsible practices.

About

The Green Diwali Campaign promotes sustainable festive practices in line with Mission LiFE (Lifestyle for Environment).

The campaign focuses on reducing air pollution and waste during Diwali by encouraging people to avoid firecrackers, use traditional diyas and energy-efficient lights, reduce single-use plastic and segregate waste.

Schools, colleges, educational institutions, resident welfare associations and local communities are among the campaign’s key outreach groups.

Key Points

1. Campaign: Green Diwali Campaign 2026.
2. Launch date: 20 October 2026.
3. Campaign period: 20 October to 8 November 2026.
4. Implementing organisation: WWF-India’s Programme Centre–Resource Partner.
5. Government support: Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change.
6. Associated initiative: Mission LiFE — Lifestyle for Environment.
7. Geographical focus: Nationwide, with special attention to the 130 cities covered under the National Clean Air Programme (NCAP).
8. Major appeal: Celebrate Diwali without firecrackers.
9. Suggested practices: Use diyas and energy-efficient lights, avoid single-use plastics, segregate waste and prefer local products.
10. Public participation: Schools, colleges, community groups and residential associations are encouraged to organise pledge drives and awareness activities.
11. Additional initiative: Citizens are encouraged to use WWF-India’s Carbon Footprint Survey to understand the environmental impact of their daily activities.
12. Importance: The campaign promotes cleaner air, responsible consumption and environmentally sustainable festival celebrations.