Berhampur Police strictly in action against DJ Vehicles & marriage processions;Causing Public harassment, traffic congestion, and noise pollution(!)
Manoj Kanta Dash
Editor,Odishabarta
Berhampur ,(26/02/26):Police man power unnecessary utilised due to noisy DJ vehicles and marriage procession Action against DJ vehicle and Marriage Procession causing Public harassment, traffic congestion, and noise pollution.
One senior officer of Berhampur police , stated his displeasure Many high profile people civic sense people are applying for marriage procession permission but unfortunately all they violating their undertaking at police stations(?).
It gave irritation when Lot of complaints are being received from citizens about harassment due to the DJ vehicles and procession especially for the elderly and children. Other hand, official getting delayed to dispose of their regular routine work law and order, court etc..
Noise Pollution Guidelines;
Authorities highlighted that permissible noise levels in residential areas remain capped at 55 dB between 6 AM and 10 PM. Silence zones include areas within 100 meters of hospitals, educational institutions, and courts. Any violation of these limits will lead to criminal action against the DJ vehicle operators and procession organisers.
Enforcement Measures;
Police confirmed that unauthorised modifications of DJ vehicles and glaring lights in marriage processions have created serious inconvenience for citizens, especially the elderly and children. Berhampur Police, in coordination with the RTO office, will now strictly enforce noise pollution guidelines.
Officials stated that any procession without prior police permission for the route and timing will face criminal charges. Police will also seize DJ vehicles involved in violations. Citizens have been urged to cooperate with enforcement measures to ensure public safety and reduce disturbances.
