A Surat-based businessman, Deepak Ijardar, has drawn widespread outrage after blocking a busy road on December 21 to set off fireworks for his son's 19th birthday. Videos show traffic halted as Ijardar and associates lit sparklers and firecrackers in the middle of the road. When confronted, Ijardar defended his actions, stating he is a 'celebrity' and the disruption was minor. Surat Police have registered a case against him for disturbing public order and unauthorized use of fireworks.