To ensure a safe and orderly Kanwar Yatra, Meerut Police has implemented strict regulations for DJ operators, including height limits and song restrictions.
Key Takeaways
- DJ height is capped at 12 feet and width at 10 feet.
- Complete ban on vulgar, provocative, or socially sensitive songs.
- Mandatory adherence to designated Kanwar routes to prevent traffic jams.
- Strict warnings regarding overhead high-tension electricity lines.
Ahead of the Sawan 2026 Kanwar Yatra, the Meerut Police has taken proactive steps to ensure the safety and decorum of the pilgrimage. In a high-level meeting involving over 50 DJ operators, police and administrative officials laid down stringent guidelines to prevent chaos and maintain public order during the massive influx of devotees.
Strict Limits on DJ Dimensions and Sound
Superintendent of Police (City) Vinayak Gopal Bhosle emphasized that the physical dimensions of DJ setups must be strictly regulated. Any DJ system exceeding a height of 12 feet or a width of 10 feet will face immediate action. Furthermore, sound levels must strictly adhere to prescribed decibel limits to avoid disturbing pilgrims and local residents.
Why This Matters
BozokMedia analysis shows that unregulated DJ trucks often pose significant risks, such as colliding with overhead electricity cables or causing massive traffic bottlenecks on narrow pilgrimage routes. These new regulations are designed to mitigate such life-threatening risks.
The Kanwar Yatra is a festival of faith, and maintaining its dignity is a collective responsibility of all stakeholders.
Restrictions on Music Content: A major highlight of the meeting was the prohibition of specific types of audio content. Operators are strictly forbidden from playing vulgar, objectionable, or provocative songs that could disturb social harmony or religious sentiments. The police warned that any violation would lead to severe legal consequences.
Traffic and Safety Protocols
To prevent congestion, DJ vehicles must operate only on the designated Kanwar routes provided by the administration. Operators have been instructed not to cause traffic jams and to cooperate fully with law enforcement. Special caution must be exercised when passing under high-tension power lines to prevent electrical accidents.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. What are the size limits for DJ trucks?
The maximum height allowed is 12 feet and the maximum width is 10 feet.
2. Can DJ operators play any devotional songs?
Yes, but they must avoid any songs that are vulgar, provocative, or capable of disrupting social harmony.