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As per PTI report, Noida Police has imposed restrictions under Section 144 of CrPC in view of the Navratri festival to be held in Noida and Greater Noida from October 15 to 31.
Gautam Buddh Nagar police issued an order on October 14 banning processions and unauthorized gathering of more than five people.
The order issued ahead of Navratri specifies that namaz, puja or any other religious activity will not be allowed in public places unless authorized by the police.
Religious activities, including worship and namaz, will not be permitted in any controversial location where they are not traditionally performed and individuals should not encourage others to do so.
“No one shall disrespect the religious texts of other religions. No one shall put up religious flags, posters or banners on the walls of religious places nor support anyone in doing so,” the order said.
Navratri starts from 15th October, Maharaja Agrasen Jayanti is on 23rd October, Dussehra is on 24th October, Maharishi Valmiki Jayanti is on 28th October and 31st October is the birth anniversary of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel and Acharya Narendra Dev.
Additional DCP (Law and Order) Hridesh Katheria, in the order of CrPC 144 ban, said that protests and demonstrations like various government examinations and events take place frequently in Gautam Buddh Nagar and the possibility of anti-social elements disturbing the peace cannot be ruled out. Is.
He said, “In view of the above, the possibility of breach of peace by anti-social elements cannot be ruled out… At present, there may be breach of peace due to protests by various party workers, Indian farmers organizations and various protesters “
The order further said, “For all these reasons, in order to maintain peace and harmony in Gautam Buddh Nagar, it is necessary to prevent any mischievous elements from carrying out such activities which are likely to create hostile environment.”
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According to the order, offenders violating these restrictions may face legal action under section 188 of the IPC (disobedience to orders duly promulgated by public authorities).
(With inputs from PTI)
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Updated: October 15, 2023, 11:53 am IST
