The Lucknow Police, led by Commissioner Amrendra Singh Sengar, conducted early morning surprise inspections on Thursday to enforce Supreme Court orders on loudspeaker use and address safety concerns for morning walkers.
This initiative focused on limiting noise pollution and tackling other public safety issues, particularly those affecting women and senior citizens.
Senior officials, including the Deputy Commissioner of Police (DCP), Additional Deputy Commissioner of Police (ADCP), and Assistant Commissioner of Police (ACP), actively participated in the inspections, patrolling key areas of the city during the early hours.
DCP Central Raveena Tyagi highlighted the police’s commitment, stating, “All officials and personnel inspected morning walk areas today, ensuring compliance with the Supreme Court’s loudspeaker directives.
We also ran a campaign against high-speed bikers and interacted with morning walkers to address their concerns. Our aim is to provide better facilities and ensure safety.”
In addition to enforcing noise regulations, the police launched awareness campaigns to curb reckless biking, a persistent traffic hazard. Strict actions were taken to address high-speed biking incidents and other violations.
Residents appreciated these proactive measures, with many praising the efforts to make public spaces safer during morning hours. The Supreme Court’s directives mandate that loudspeakers and sound systems must not operate between 10 p.m. and 6 a.m., and noise levels should not exceed 10 dB(A) above the local ambient standard.
Maha Kumbh Preparations in Full Swing
In other developments, Uttar Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Brajesh Pathak announced significant progress in preparations for the Maha Kumbh, set to take place in Prayagraj in January 2025. According to Pathak, most arrangements are complete, and the event is expected to draw millions of devotees from around the world.
Pathak shared, “All preparations for Kumbh are nearly done. Before the event, Prime Minister Narendra Modi will address the inaugural program, showcasing this grand religious gathering to the world. We will also visit cities like Mumbai and Jaipur to invite public representatives and citizens to participate in the Maha Kumbh.”
Earlier this week, the Uttar Pradesh government, under Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, declared the Maha Kumbh area in Prayagraj as a new district. This strategic decision aims to streamline administrative processes and improve management for the large-scale event.
The dual focus on maintaining public safety in Lucknow and ensuring smooth operations for the Maha Kumbh reflects the state’s proactive approach to governance and public welfare.
