Raigad District Bans Dolby, Laser Lights & Chemical Sprays During Ganesh Visarjan
Navi Mumbai: The Raigad district administration has banned the use of Dolby/DJ sound systems, high-intensity laser beam lights, snow sprays and chemical sprays during Ganesh immersion processions on September 19 and September 25, citing concerns over public health, eye injuries and law and order. Raigad Collector Kishan Jawale issued the preventive order under Section 163 of the Bharatiya Nagarik…
Raigad district authorities have implemented a ban on the use of certain equipment during Ganesh immersion processions on September 19 and September 25. The ban, issued by Raigad Collector Kishan Jawale under Section 163 of the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, 2023, includes restrictions on Dolby/DJ sound systems, high-intensity laser beam lights, snow sprays, and chemical sprays. The administration's concerns revolve around public health, potential eye injuries, and law and order issues.
The order aims to prevent disturbances to the processions and minimize risks to the public. Loud sound systems, which can cause hearing problems and cardiac episodes, are prohibited due to their high noise levels. Police and security personnel also face risks from intense laser lights. Additionally, snow sprays and chemical sprays are banned to safeguard citizens' health and safety.
Violators of the ban may face penalties under Section 223 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita. The Raigad administration urges public Ganesh mandals and all participants to adhere to these restrictions to ensure a peaceful and law-abiding immersion process.
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