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New Indian Express
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- Politics
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Iskcon Rath Yatra allowed in Anantapur with riders
VIJAYAWADA: The AP High Court on Friday made it clear that Iskcon Rath Yatra in Anantapur district, scheduled for July 5, can be held subject to restrictions imposed by police to ensure law and order. Since Muharram also falls on the same day, the court directed Iskcon representatives to strictly adhere to the conditions laid down by police to avoid any disruption to public peace. The division bench comprising Chief Justice Dhiraj Singh Thakur and Justice Cheemalapati Ravi, issued orders noting that the matter pertains to sensitive law and order issue. Earlier, a single-judge bench had allowed Iskcon to conduct the Rath Yatra, but the police challenged that order through an appeal, citing concern over potential law and order problem as Muharram procession and Rath Yatra take place on the same route. The police informed the court that preparations for the Muharram procession would begin around 2.30 pm, and suggested that Rath Yatra be conducted between 10 am and 1 pm. However, Iskcon representatives stated that they planned to start Rath Yatra at 1 pm and cross the Old City by 2 pm. Taking note of the sensitive nature of the situation, the High Court said both events should take place under strict adherence to the conditions set by the police to ensure law and order.
New Indian Express
25-04-2025
- New Indian Express
Andhra Pradesh HC seeks report on Besant Road hawkers, street vendors
VIJAYAWADA: The Andhra Pradesh High Court on Wednesday directed the Vijayawada Municipal Commissioner (VMC) to furnish comprehensive details on street vendors and hawkers operating along Besant Road and other key roads in the city. A division bench comprising Chief Justice Dheeraj Singh Thakur and Justice Cheemalapati Ravi issued the directive while hearing a Public Interest Litigation (PIL) filed by M Venkata Vijayaprasad, president of the Besant Road Building Owners' Welfare Association. The court sought zone-wise data on the total number of vendors, those holding valid permits, and those operating without authorisation. It also asked for details on the number of licenses issued, permitted vending hours, and designated vending schedules. Further, the court instructed the VMC Commissioner to prepare a comprehensive action plan for regulating street vendors. The PIL alleged that rampant encroachments by vendors and street hawkers along Besant Road were hindering traffic flow and obstructing emergency services, including ambulances. Appearing for the petitioner, counsel D Harshavardhan stressed the need for immediate corrective action due to public inconvenience. ASC Bose, representing the municipal body, informed the court that the city is divided into vending zones—green (permitted), amber (restricted), and red (prohibited). The court directed the Commissioner to personally inspect the zones and submit an affidavit with full details by July 16, the date of the next hearing.
New Indian Express
24-04-2025
- Health
- New Indian Express
Submit details of drive against liquor: Andhra HC to government
VIJAYAWADA: The Andhra Pradesh High Court on Wednesday directed the Sate government to provide a detailed report on measures taken to raise public awareness about the harmful effects of alcohol consumption. A division bench comprising Chief Justice Dhiraj Singh Thakur and Justice Cheemalapati Ravi ordered the government to submit specific details of awareness campaigns, including the programmes initiated, budget allocation, and their implementation status. Additionally, the court sought information on the functioning of de-addiction centres aimed at helping individuals overcome alcohol dependency. The court's directive came during the hearing of a Public Interest Litigation (PIL) filed by Dr Shirin Rahman from Visakhapatnam. The PIL urged the court to impose limit on the number of alcohol bottles sold to an individual per month, and link liquor sales to Aadhaar card for better regulation. The petitioner's counsel, V Raghu, argued that while regulations on liquor sales exist, they are not being enforced effectively. He also highlighted the lack of proper management of de-addiction centres and the absence of data about the number of people receiving treatment at these facilities. The next hearing has been scheduled for July 16.
