Only 45 types of firecrackers authorised for sale, says Bukit Aman


KUALA LUMPUR: Only 45 types of firecrackers have been authorised for sale since 2018 in accordance with the stipulated standard operating procedures, say police.

Police secretary DCP Alzafny Ahmad, in a statement on Friday (Feb 9), said that the sale of firecrackers to public is only allowed during festive seasons like Hari Raya Aidilfitri/Aidiladha, Chinese New Year, Deepavali, Christmas, Gawai and Kaamatan.

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