Renowned filmmaker Vivek Agnihotri experienced a near tragedy when a stray rocket during Diwali celebrations set his balcony sofa ablaze. Fortunately, his dogs alerted the family in time and the fire-resistant fabric of the sofa contained the blaze. Expressing concern over the danger posed by such errant fireworks, Agnihotri emphasized that Diwali should not compromise public safety. He called for stricter enforcement from authorities and accountability not only for those bursting crackers but also for those responsible for creating awareness, enforcing court orders, ensuring fire safety, and preventing violations. The incident prompted Agnihotri to quote a verse from the 'Shrimad Bhagavad Gita', highlighting the impact of leaders' actions on society's standards. Later, he deleted his post, wishing everyone a happy Diwali while avoiding any controversial statements or cultural debates.