Mangaluru Police issues strict guidelines ahead of festive season

Time of India

03-07-2025

MANGALURU: With several major festivals and public events scheduled in the coming months, the Mangaluru City Police has issued detailed guidelines to ensure public safety, peace, and legal compliance.
City Police Commissioner Sudheer Kumar Reddy CH stated that events and processions are planned for Moharram (July 6),
Krishna Janmashtami
and Mosaru Kudike (Aug16), Ganesh Chaturthi (Aug 27), Eid Milad (Sept 16), Navaratri Sharada Mahotsava (Sept 22 to Oct 2),
Deepavali
(Oct 20 to 22), Christmas, and other occasions.
All events within Mangaluru City Police limits require prior written permission from the police and other relevant departments.
A No Objection Certificate (NOC) from property owners is essential for private venues. No processions will be allowed after 11:30 PM. Loudspeakers are permitted only till 10:00 PM with prior approval. DJs and high-decibel systems are strictly prohibited. Noise must be within prescribed limits—65 dB in commercial, 55 dB in residential, and 50 dB in silence zones.
Organisers must provide 24x7 security for idols and valuables, install CCTV cameras, and preserve footage for at least 30 days.
Fire extinguishers, ambulances, and first aid kits must be in place. Use of flammable materials, toxic dyes, banned chemicals, or single-use plastics is prohibited.
Crowd size must not exceed approved limits. Adequate volunteers must be deployed, and emergency routes must remain unobstructed. Parking should be arranged in designated areas.
Slogans, songs, banners, performances, or social media content promoting hatred or communal disharmony are banned.
No banners or flex boards should be displayed without approval and must be removed post-event. Venues must be cleaned in coordination with MCC.
All vehicles must carry valid RC, insurance, fitness, and PUC documents. Pandal and vehicle heights and temporary formations must adhere to MESCOM and legal norms. Arms, weapons, drones, and dangerous items are banned without special permission.
Organisers must prevent any form of eve-teasing, stalking, or harassment.
Use of animals in processions requires approval and must follow welfare norms. Organisers must submit full event details in advance and nominate responsible persons whose contact details must be shared. Any violations or incidents will attract legal action. Police can inspect venues at any stage of the event.
The police urged all organisers and participants to promptly report any suspicious activity or disruptions to the nearest station or via the 112 emergency helpline.
Non-compliance with any of the conditions will invite strict legal action under the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023, Karnataka Police Act, 1963, Environment Protection Act, 1986, Motor Vehicles Act, 1988, Information Technology Act, 2000, Juvenile Justice Act, 2015, Arms Act, 1959, Drone Rules, 2021, Explosives Act, 1884, and other applicable laws.