Mangaluru: City Top cop issues guidelines for new year celebrations
Mangaluru: Mangaluru Police Commissioner Anupam Aggarwal has issued guidelines in public interest for New Year Celebrations within the Mangaluru City Police commissionerate.
The guidelines are as follows:
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"All hotels, restaurants, clubs, resorts and other establishments planning to organize New Year celebrations must obtain prior permission from the Mangaluru City Police Commissioner's Office. Applications must be submitted by 5 pm on December 23," the statement
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The New Year program must be completed by 12 midnight. The program cannot be continued after that. New Year festivities without prior permission will not be allowed. Legal action will be taken against those who violate these rules. Organizers must strictly follow the rules as per the licenses and permissions obtained from the relevant departments.
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If any COVID-19 or other health related government instructions are implemented, the organizers must strictly follow them.
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Written permission from the Excise Department must be obtained for the sale and distribution of alcohol.
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Smoking and drinking alcohol are strictly prohibited in public places, bus stands, parks, stadiums, railway stations and other public areas.
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Legal action will be take cause disturbance in public places.
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Prior permission should be obtained for using sound recording systems, loud speakers. The sound level should comply with the Noise Pollution Rules 2000 and the directions of the Supreme Court. DJ is strictly prohibited.
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The organizers should take additional measures to prevent any mishap. Individual parking arrangements should be made.
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The managers of hotels, clubs or special events where New Year celebrations are held should not serve alcohol to individuals below the age of 18. Minors should not be allowed to enter such events unless accompanied by their parents.
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Obscene dances, semi-nude performances, gambling and other obscene activities are strictly prohibited.
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Special task forces will be deployed to prevent harassment, violence or obscene activities against women in the name of festivals.
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Disturbing caused to residences, hotels, hostels or compounds is also prohibited during this time.
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Smoking, drinking, or indecent behavior in public spaces such as parks, bus stands, and railway stations is banned. Strict action will be taken against those disturbing public peace, engaging in harassment, or performing obscene acts.
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A rapid task force comprising traffic police and experts has been formed to keep a watch on those who drive after drinking alcohol. This task force will be operational in all areas of Mangaluru city. Appropriate legal action will be taken against those who drive in an inebriated state.
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Spontaneous activities, wheeling, drag racing, speeding and loud noise-producing activities are strictly prohibited. Special teams will be deployed to prevent these incidents.
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Consumption of alcohol, obscene acts, other obscene displays in other public places or on the seashore are strictly prohibited.
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Burning of fireworks in a manner that disturbs the peace of the public on the pretext of New Year celebrations is prohibited.
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Organizers should coordinate necessary fire-fighting equipment, emergency medical vehicles and other security measures.
All these guidelines have been issued in the interest of public safety and law and order, the Commissioner said in a statement.
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Can't speak kannada? Come to Delhi: CEO's post stirs debate on language, inclusivity
New Delhi: A social media post by Vikram Chopra, CEO of Cars24, has sparked controversy, raising questions about linguistic identity and workplace inclusivity. Chopra's post, shared on X (formerly Twitter), was directed at job seekers from Bengaluru interested in relocating to Delhi-NCR.
The post, which read, "Still can't speak Kannada after years in Bengaluru? It's okay. Aa jao Dilli (come to Delhi)," quickly garnered attention. Chopra added, "We are not saying Delhi NCR is better. Only that it really is. If you wish to come back, write to me at vikram@cars24.com with the subject - Delhi meri jaan."
While some interpreted the post as a humorous recruitment pitch, others condemned it for seemingly undermining the Kannada language. One social media user remarked, "This is probably not the message you would want to post in a hiring call. So basically you want north Indians/Delhiites in your team? The rest of the folks?"
Critics also questioned Chopra's reference to Delhi as 'better' and highlighted concerns over crime in the capital. Another user commented, "Delhi NCR has its charm, but before calling it 'better,' let's take a moment to consider the reality. A look at the crime data might offer a different perspective."
In response to the post, some supporters defended Chopra's message, arguing that it acknowledged the difficulties non-Kannada speakers face in Bengaluru. "I compliment you for this initiative. It's important that those who work live close to their families," wrote one user.
The controversy comes after Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah's call to foster a "Kannada atmosphere" across the state, urging all residents, regardless of linguistic background, to embrace the Kannada language in their daily lives.
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