Karnataka HC dismisses plea against police prohibition on use of DJs, sound systems at public events
Bengaluru: A petition filed by an officer-bearer of Karnataka Light Music and Cultural Artists Association against the ban imposed by police on disc jockeys (DJs) and use of sound systems during public celebration of festivals was dismissed by the Karnataka High Court on Saturday.
The two-judge bench inclusive of Chief Justice Vibhu Bakhru and Justice CM Joshi told the petitioner Shankar that the decibel level in residential areas during the day should be restricted to 55 decibels and 45 during night. The judges admitted that it was difficult for the HC to accept that the levels would be maintained during programs in public places where DJs and sound systems are used, LiveLaw reports.
The bench opined that the circular issued by the police with regard to the use of DJs and sound systems was not out-of-place.
The petitioner brought it to the notice of the judges that the circular was in violation of a Constitutional right to do business, stating that while the law permits the manufacture and sale of sound systems, the circular prohibits the use of sound systems.
The bench checked the records and told the petitioner that the police circular also provided procedures to take precautionary measures during festivals. Further, the judges said that the police have stated that procedures for permission for volunteers and organizers regarding installation of Ganesha idols and setting up of pandals in public places have been provided. The circular requires volunteers to make strategies for crowd management, they added.
The judges said, “The relevant regulation and guidelines are conforming with the noise pollution rules and guidelines. No further guidelines are necessary. Accordingly the petition is dismissed.”
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Couple, son 'hacked' to death over witchcraft suspicion in Jharkhand's Palamu
Medininagar (PTI): A couple and their 18-year-old son were allegedly hacked to death over suspicion of practising witchcraft in Jharkhand's Palamu, police said on Sunday.
Their minor daughter was also injured in the attack late on Saturday, a police officer said.
The bodies were recovered from their house on Sunday in Panki police station area, he said.
“Initial investigation suggests that the case is related to witchcraft suspicion,” Manoj Kumar Jha, Sub-Divisional Police Officer (SDPO) of Lesliganj told PTI.
A manhunt is on to nab the culprits, Jha said.
The girl suffered severe injuries and has been admitted to a government hospital, he said.
The deceased have been identified as Vijay Bhuiyan (45), his wife Kalia Devi (40), and their son Chotu Bhuiyan.
The bodies have been sent to Medinirai Medical College and Hospital (MMCH) for post-mortem examination.
