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Crime
10 DJs Charged for Exceeding Noise Limits During Betul Ganesh Immersion
✍️ Amar Ujala · Madhya Pradesh
🗓 28 Sep 2026, 08:46 PM
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Betul police have filed cases against ten DJ operators for playing music above the court‑mandated sound limit during the Ganesh immersion procession.
During the Ganesh immersion procession in Betul, Madhya Pradesh, a group of disc jockeys amplified music at a volume that exceeded the permissible limit set by authorities. The loudspeakers were heard throughout the crowded streets as devotees carried the idol for immersion.
The Supreme Court has previously issued directives to keep festival noise within prescribed decibel levels, and local police had repeatedly warned event organizers to adhere to these limits. Despite these instructions, the DJs continued to play at high volume, prompting complaints from residents and officials.
In response, Kotwali and Ganj police stations registered criminal cases against ten DJ operators for violating the noise regulations. The charges are expected to lead to fines and possible suspension of licences, underscoring the enforcement of court orders during public celebrations.
Authorities have urged future event planners to coordinate with law‑enforcement agencies to ensure compliance with noise norms, aiming to balance cultural festivities with public peace.
The Supreme Court has previously issued directives to keep festival noise within prescribed decibel levels, and local police had repeatedly warned event organizers to adhere to these limits. Despite these instructions, the DJs continued to play at high volume, prompting complaints from residents and officials.
In response, Kotwali and Ganj police stations registered criminal cases against ten DJ operators for violating the noise regulations. The charges are expected to lead to fines and possible suspension of licences, underscoring the enforcement of court orders during public celebrations.
Authorities have urged future event planners to coordinate with law‑enforcement agencies to ensure compliance with noise norms, aiming to balance cultural festivities with public peace.