New Delhi: As many as 62 cases were registered in west district and more than 35 in north district in connection with bursting firecrackers beyond the permitted hours on Diwali night, officials said on Monday.

According to the Supreme Court's directions, people were allowed to burst only certified green firecrackers between 6 am and 7 am, and 8 pm and 10 pm on November 7 and 8. A ban on bursting firecrackers came into effect on Monday.

"Cases have been registered against those found violating the prescribed timings. Police teams were deployed in different areas to ensure compliance with the court's directions," a senior police officer said.

Enforcement teams were keeping a close watch on residential colonies and other vulnerable areas, with action taken against violators, the officer said.