Mumbai Police have prohibited the carrying of weapons, explosives and other potentially harmful articles across the city from August 29 to September 27 ahead of Dahi Handi and Ganeshotsav. The order bans arms, corrosive substances, missiles and certain provocative public displays, while allowing specified exemptions for government personnel and private security staff.
Ahead of festivals, the Mumbai Police have issued an order to prohibit citizens from carrying weapons, explosives and other potentially harmful articles from August 29 to September 27 citing the need to preserve public peace and safety.
The order, issued by Deputy Commissioner of Police (Operations) Akbar Pathan under the Maharashtra Police Act, prohibits carrying of arms, such as swords, spears, knives, sticks, lathis and other articles capable of causing physical harm, except where specifically permitted by the competent authority, an official said on Tuesday.
While Dahi Handi will be celebrated on September 5, the ten-day Ganesh festival will begin on September 14.
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