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Dia Mirza's appeal to avoid Diwali firecrackers draws BJP MLA's ire; BMC deletes video

The Times of India ·

The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation has faced pressure from the BJP to take down Dia Mirza's video from its Diwali campaign, which promotes a firecracker-free festive season. Though the campaign also features Madhuri Dixit and Nishigandha Wad, Ameet Satam has expressed concerns over Mirza's…

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