Bombay High Court Takes Suo Motu Notice Of Festival Noise Pollution, Seeks Maharashtra Action Plan On Loudspeakers And DJs
Mumbai: With loud music and high-volume sound systems during festive processions raising concerns over public disturbance, the Bombay High Court on Monday took suo motu cognisance (on its own) of noise pollution at public places across Maharashtra and sought details from the state on the laws governing noise levels and their enforcement. Court Seeks State Response on Noise Control Measures A…
Mumbai's Bombay High Court has taken suo motu notice of noise pollution caused by loud music and high-volume sound systems during festive processions. The court has directed the Maharashtra government to provide details on the laws regulating noise levels, their enforcement, and the steps being taken to control excessive noise during festivals and public processions.
The court's intervention comes as several festivals and processions are currently being held across Maharashtra, with the use of loudspeakers and high-powered sound systems often posing a source of noise pollution in residential and public areas.
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