“Uttar Pradesh: Over 3,000 illegal loudspeakers removed from religious places during the statewide crackdown against noise pollution”, Opindia, November 28, 2023:

“On 27th November (Monday), the Uttar Pradesh Police removed around 3,238 illegal loudspeakers as part of its month-long drive to ensure sustained compliance with an order of the Allahabad High Court regarding noise pollution. Additionally, the decibel levels of 7288 loudspeakers that were found to be higher than the permissible limits were lowered.

The UP Police started the drive on 27 November in all 75 districts of Uttar Pradesh against loudspeakers in public places, including religious centres. Through the drive, the authorities are probing whether the loudspeakers were put up legally or not. In case, the loudspeakers were installed illegally, the violators were served with notice and warned of stern action by the state authorities. 

Special Director General, Law and Order, Prashant Kumar, said cops had been directed to visit religious places from 5 pm to 7 pm till December 22…..”

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