by | arvind jadhav
Mumbai: The Maharashtra government has successfully removed a total of 3367 loudspeakers from places of worship across the state as part of a concerted effort to curb noise pollution. In Mumbai alone, 1608 loudspeakers have been removed from places of worship, making the city loudspeaker-free. The breakdown includes 1059 mosques, 48 temples, 10 churches, 4 , and 147 other religious establishments.
The Chief Minister warned that action will be taken against anyone who tries to reinstall loudspeakers without proper permission, and police inspectors in the jurisdiction will be held responsible. Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Aaditya Thackeray congratulated the government for curbing noise pollution and suggested that police should not harass individuals who apply for permission during festivals.
The government has assured that no harassment will be done to individuals who apply for permission within specified rules. The Mumbai police have been appreciated for their role in peacefully removing loudspeakers from places of worship, with no religious tension reported during the implementation process. According to the Noise Pollution (Regulation and Control) Rules, 2000, the maximum noise level permitted in residential areas is 55 decibels during the day and 45 decibels at night. With this move, the Maharashtra government aims to reduce noise pollution and promote a peaceful environment in the state.
