‘No Blanket Ban On DJs’: Support Grows For Regulated Music During Pune Festivals Amid DJ Row
PUNE: Amid the ongoing debate over the use of DJs during festivals, members of Ganesh mandals, political groups and festival organisers on Sunday came out in support of allowing DJs in Pune, provided they follow prescribed noise limits and other regulations. The support came against the backdrop of protests held at Goodluck Chowk and Abhinav Chowk in the city on Sunday, where citizens raised…
Pune residents and festival organizers are rallying in favor of regulated DJ use during festivals, following protests over loud music complaints. Ganesh Mandal members and political groups, including the Maharashtra Navnirman Sena, argue that DJs should be allowed provided they adhere to noise limits and other regulations. Swapnil Nayak, a Ganesh Mandal representative, stressed that a complete ban is not the answer, emphasizing the cultural significance of music during Ganeshotsav.
Hemant Sambhus from MNS echoed the sentiment, stating that the solution to violations should not be an outright ban. Aniket Shankar Deshmane, a Utsav Pramukh from Akhil Deccan Gymkhana, also supported regulated DJ use, calling for clear rules on volume, timings, and equipment. All three representatives stressed the need for a balance between maintaining the festive atmosphere and protecting residents from unreasonable noise, while acknowledging the economic impact on DJs and related industries.
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