Noida Police imposes Navratri restrictions from Oct 15-31, prohibiting namaz and puja in public areas.

Noida Police impose restrictions under CrPC section 144 for Navratri festival

The Noida Police has placed restrictions under CrPC section 144 in view of the Navratri festival. The restrictions will be in place across Noida and Greater Noida from October 15 to 31. Gautam Buddh Nagar police issued an order on October 14 banning processions and unauthorized assemblies of more than five people. The order also specifies that namaz, puja, or any other religious activity will not be allowed at public places unless authorized by the police.

Restrictions on religious activities and celebrations

According to the order, religious activities including puja and namaz will not be permitted at any contentious location where they have not traditionally been performed. The order also prohibits individuals from encouraging others to do so. It further states that no one should insult the religious texts of other faiths or place religious flags, posters, or banners at the walls of religious places. The order aims to maintain peace and harmony during the festival.

Reasons for imposing restrictions

The Additional DCP (law and order) Hridesh Katheria stated in the order that various government examinations, protests, and demonstrations frequently take place in Gautam Buddh Nagar. The possibility of disturbing the peace by antisocial elements cannot be ruled out. The order aims to prevent any mischievous elements from carrying out activities that may create an unfavorable environment.

Legal action for violators

Offenders who violate these restrictions may face legal action under IPC section 188, which pertains to disobedience to orders duly promulgated by government officials.

Festival dates and significance

Navratri begins on October 15 and is followed by Maharaja Agrasain Jayanti on October 23, Dussehra on October 24, Maharishi Valmiki Jayanti on October 28, and the birth anniversary of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel and Acharya Narendra Dev on October 31.

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Updated: 15 Oct 2023, 11:53 AM IST

• Noida Police imposes restrictions under CrPC section 144 for Navratri festival
• Banning processions and unauthorized assemblies of more than five people
• Religious activities including puja and namaz not allowed at contentious locations
• No insulting of religious texts and no placing of religious flags or banners
• Legal action for violators under IPC section 188