BSPCB to launch night drive against loudspeakers in Patna
The Bihar State Pollution Control Board (BSPCB) will launch a special drive on Thursday night against the use of loudspeakers after 10 pm in Patna, a senior official said.
BSPCB Chairman Devendra Kumar Shukla said the decision was taken after a large number of complaints were received against the use of loudspeakers and high-decibel sound boxes at night.
“After receiving a lot of complaints, the BSPCB has decided to initially launch a 20-day drive to strictly enforce the ban on loudspeakers and DJ boxes after 10 pm. Three teams have been formed, and they will start conducting raids from tonight,” he said.
“Use of loudspeakers after 10 pm is already banned, but it is not being strictly followed. Initially, the team will impose a hefty fine on the violators,” he added.
Shukla said not only the ban, but prescribed noise limits under the Noise Pollution (Regulation and Control) Rules are being violated.
“The rule is simple, follow permissible sound levels and timings,” he said.
Shukla said noise pollution has an adverse impact on health, and uncontrolled use of loudspeakers has become a matter of concern, especially in Patna.
“Noise pollution causes irritability, hearing loss, high blood pressure and heart problems. The BSPCB monitors noise pollution levels at more than 950 locations in Patna,” he said.
He said that later, other agencies will also be engaged in the drive.
Recently, the BSPCB had appealed to all motorists to observe ‘No Honking Day’ on Sundays in the state capital.
He said the present state Government is firmly following the path shown by Vajpayee, whose ideals of good governance continue to inspire policies and public service in Haryana.
Saini informed that a suitable community asset has already been identified in every urban local body, which may include a community centre, park, library, auditorium, old-age home, or a commercial site.
He said that the process of renaming and development in memory of Vajpayee will be completed within the next six months.
These initiatives, he said, reflect the state Government’s unwavering commitment to preserving and carrying forward the legacy of a great leader whose principles continue to strengthen governance based on transparency, inclusiveness, and public welfare.
Saini also digitally launched several digital projects and portals.
The initiatives include a portal for security of tenure of the human resources department, a portal for submission of application for declaration of infrastructure-deficient industrial area of the town and country planning department, a press release management system (PRMS) and an online press accreditation portal of the information, public relations, languages and cultural department.
He also launched the instant registration of commercial establishments of the labour department.
These initiatives aim to enhance transparency, efficiency, and speed in Government processes, while making public services more accessible and citizen-friendly.
Reiterating his government’s firm commitment to transparent, accountable and citizen-centric administration, Saini said good governance is the strongest pillar for building a Developed India and a Developed Haryana.
He said as per tradition, Good Governance Day was celebrated as a festival across the state, not only at the state-level event in Panchkula but also in all 23 districts of Haryana.
Saini said Good Governance Day was also being celebrated with equal enthusiasm in the newly created district of Hansi, which officially came into existence just two days ago.
He said the formation of the 23rd district was aimed at ensuring that people do not have to travel long distances for administrative work and that the region witnesses faster and more focused development.
