Archive · 23 Jul 2025
Delhi Residents Complain of Noise Pollution During Kanwar Yatra
Loud music during the Kanwar Yatra caused noise pollution in Delhi.
Many areas, especially Shahdara, had noise levels much higher than what's allowed, even at night.
This bothered people, including those in hospitals and those who work at night.
Residents complained about the noise and questioned why rules about loud music weren't followed.
Authorities are responsible for managing the situation.
Noise levels in Delhi exceeded permissible limits during the Kanwar Yatra.
Shahdara recorded the highest noise level, significantly above legal limits.
Delhi Police received over 350 complaints about noise and traffic disturbances.
Residents complained about loud music disrupting sleep and daily life.
Authorities were questioned about enforcement of noise regulations.
- Who
- Residents of Delhi, authorities such as the Delhi Police and Delhi Pollution Control Committee (DPCC), and Atul Goyal.
- What
- Noise levels in Delhi exceeded permissible limits during the Kanwar Yatra.
- When
- Noise levels were high during the Kanwar Yatra, which concluded on July 19.
- Where
- Delhi, specifically Shahdara, Vivek Vihar, Karni Singh Shooting Range, National Stadium, Karol Bagh, and Pusa.
- Why
- Loud music and processions during the Kanwar Yatra contributed to the noise pollution, causing disturbance to residents.
Residents
Authorities
Noise Regulation
Residents
Loud music is disturbing and is unacceptable.
Authorities
Authorities are lax in enforcing noise regulations during religious events.
- Highest Noise Level Recorded
- 87.5 decibels in Shahdara
- Legal Daytime Limit (Residential)
- 55 decibels
- Nighttime Noise Level (Shahdara)
- 85 dB
- Complaints Received by Delhi Police
- Over 350
- Number of DPCC Monitoring Stations
- 31