3 days ago

Pune Police Detain Three Bangladeshis, Ban High-Decibel Festive Sound

Pune Police detained three people from Bangladesh after officials said they could not show valid documents to stay in India.

The people will remain in custody while officials complete legal and deportation procedures.

Police are also looking for people who may be helping others enter or stay in the city without permission.

At the same time, Pune Police announced stricter rules for loud music during upcoming festivals.

Plasma sound systems and pressure mids are banned because they can create uncontrolled noise.

Police may seize equipment and take legal action if people break the rules.

Officials are discussing whether processions should be allowed to use four base and four top speakers.

Police said festival groups have agreed to follow the restrictions voluntarily.

Key facts

People detained: Sonia Akther, Motiar Gaji and Sonia Moti Pan
Documentation finding: Officials said preliminary questioning and document verification found that the three allegedly lacked valid documentation to stay in India.
Next steps: Detention orders are being issued, followed by legal proceedings and deportation formalities.
Sound equipment banned: Plasma sound systems and pressure mids are prohibited during the upcoming festive period.
Recent seizures: Police Commissioner Amitesh Kumar said six high-decibel sound setups were seized during recent Eid processions.
Possible speaker limit: Police are discussing a maximum of four base and four top speakers during processions.
Penalties: Violations may result in sound-equipment seizure and legal action under the Noise Pollution Rules.

businesstoday.in · 3 days ago