Can Loudspeakers Be Used After 10 PM During Festivals in Delhi?

Written by Karan Sharma

Delhi relaxes loudspeaker rules till midnight for Navratri & Dussehra celebrations. Here’s what you need to know about timings, rules, and limits in Delhi & other Indian states.

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What has the Delhi government announced?

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The Delhi government has extended the loudspeaker deadline from 10 PM to 12 AM during festivals.

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This applies to Ramleela, Durga Puja, Dussehra, and other cultural/religious events.

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The relaxation is only from September 22 to October 3. The sound level must not exceed 45 decibels at night in residential zones.

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The organizers must get approvals via the single-window system.

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As per the Noise Pollution Rules, 2000, loudspeakers are banned between 10 PM and 6 AM, except for permitted occasions.

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Yes, state governments can allow up to 15 days of relaxation per year for special events.

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Balancing religious freedom and citizens' right to peace, these rules aim to manage noise pollution without disrupting cultural traditions.

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