Vivek Agnihotri says his balcony sofa caught fire after stray Diwali rocket hit it, urges Mumbai Mayor to enforce safety rules strictly, saying, ‘Rockets are not cultural pride’; later deletes post

In a shocking twist during Diwali celebrations, filmmaker Vivek Agnihotri’s balcony sofa became a casualty of a stray firework. His dogs’ timely alerts were crucial in averting a larger crisis. This incident sparked his call for stricter firework regulations and heightened accountability from those tasked with safety enforcement. He concluded with a powerful quote from the Bhagavad Gita, emphasizing how leadership influences the safety standards upheld in society.