Diwali brings the highest home fire risk of the year, with diyas, lights, crackers and extra cooking all at once. This single checklist pulls together everything you need to celebrate safely, whether you are protecting a home, a shop or a whole society.
At home
- Place diyas and candles on stable, non-flammable surfaces, away from curtains and decorations.
- Never leave flames unattended or within reach of children.
- Use good-quality decorative lights and do not overload sockets.
- Switch off lights and decorations before sleeping or going out.
- Keep the kitchen tidy during heavy festive cooking, and follow LPG safety rules.
Crackers
- Burn them in open spaces, away from buildings and vehicles.
- Keep water and sand close, light one at a time, and never relight duds.
- Follow the full firecracker safety guide.
For shops
- Keep festive lighting off overloaded wiring.
- Do not block exits with extra stock or decorations.
- Keep an extinguisher and an automatic fire ball near panels and high-risk stock, which act even after you close up.
For societies
- Keep staircases, corridors and exits clear of festive clutter.
- Ensure common-area alarms and extinguishers are working.
- Protect panel rooms and parking, as covered in our apartment and society fire safety guide.
Keep ready, just in case
- A fire blanket and an accessible extinguisher.
- Water and sand near where crackers are burned.
- An automatic fire extinguisher ball at the kitchen, meter box and main lighting load. A FireXross ball from ₹999 works on its own in 3 to 10 seconds.
- Everyone aware of exits and a meeting point.
Have a bright, safe and happy Diwali.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I make my home fire-safe for Diwali?
Keep flames on stable surfaces away from fabrics, use safe lighting without overloading sockets, burn crackers in the open, and keep fire protection handy.
What fire safety should shops follow during Diwali?
Avoid overloaded festive wiring, keep exits clear, and keep extinguishers and automatic fire balls near panels and stock.
What should every home keep ready during Diwali?
A fire blanket, an extinguisher, water and sand near crackers, and an automatic fire ball at high-risk spots.
