Archive · 7 Sep 2026
Pimpri-Chinchwad Police Seize 16 Sound Systems Over Noise Violations
Police in Pimpri-Chinchwad checked sound systems used during the Dahi Handi festival.
They found 16 systems playing louder than the rules allow.
The systems were seized in areas covered by 11 police stations.
Nigdi had the most seizures, with four systems taken away.
Police also seized equipment in Bavdhan and several other areas.
The officers said the action was meant to protect public peace and prevent disturbances.
Organisers and DJ operators were asked to keep music within permitted limits.
Police said legal action would continue against people who break the noise rules.
Police seized 16 sound systems during Dahi Handi celebrations on Sep 5.
The equipment was found operating above permitted noise limits across 11 police station jurisdictions.
Nigdi recorded the most seizures with four systems, followed by three in Bavdhan.
Speakers, amplifiers, mixers and related equipment were seized, with legal action initiated.
Police warned festival committees and DJ operators that further violations would invite strict action.
- Who
- Pimpri-Chinchwad Police took action against festival committees and DJ operators responsible for noise violations.
- What
- Police seized 16 sound systems and related equipment for operating above permitted noise limits.
- When
- Sep 5, during Dahi Handi celebrations.
- Where
- Across 11 police station jurisdictions under the Pimpri-Chinchwad Police Commissionerate, including Nigdi, Bavdhan and other listed areas.
- Why
- To maintain public peace and law and order and prevent excessive noise from disturbing residents.
Festival Sound-System Use
Noise-Control Enforcement
Public celebrations
Festival Sound-System Use
Festival organisers and DJ operators may use sound systems for Dahi Handi celebrations, provided they follow permitted noise levels, operating hours and permission requirements.
Noise-Control Enforcement
Police said sound systems exceeding permitted limits can disturb residents and affect public order, warranting seizure and legal action.
Role of regulation
Festival Sound-System Use
The article notes that DJ systems are not illegal by themselves and can be used within prescribed limits.
Noise-Control Enforcement
Authorities directed police to act against festival committees and DJ operators violating noise-pollution rules, including limits on volume and late-night use.
- Sound systems seized
- 16
- Date of action
- Sep 5
- Police jurisdictions involved
- 11
- Area with most seizures
- Nigdi, with four systems
- Second-highest number
- Bavdhan, with three systems
- Equipment seized
- Speakers, amplifiers, mixers and other connected equipment
- Applicable rules
- Noise Pollution (Regulation and Control) Rules, 2000