Mumbai Police Remove Loudspeakers from 1,500 Places of Worship Following Court Orders

Mumbai Police Remove Loudspeakers from 1,500 Places of Worship Following Court Orders
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The Mumbai Police have removed loudspeakers from approximately 1,500 places of worship across the city and its suburbs, acting on directives from the Bombay High Court and the state government, India Clarion reported. Police Commissioner Devin Bharti emphasized that the operation targeted loudspeakers in places of worship of all religions, not singling out any specific community.

“Followers of all religions are treated equally,” Bharti told the media, confirming the removal of loudspeakers from hundreds of temples, mosques, churches, and other religious sites. The police coordinated with political, social, and community leaders before initiating the operation, ensuring transparency and explaining the legal basis for the action to those responsible for the sites.

Bharti clarified that once removed, loudspeakers will not be reinstalled except temporarily during religious festivals, and only after obtaining prior permission in accordance with noise pollution laws.

The issue gained public and political attention, especially after complaints regarding mosque loudspeakers. Despite concerns raised by political and social leaders to Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis, Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar, and Commissioner Bharti, the police maintained that the action was impartial and comprehensive.

BJP leader Kirt Soumya noted the removal of loudspeakers from several mosques recently. Mumbai Police reaffirmed their commitment to enforcing court orders and noise regulations at all places of worship.