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Uddhav Thackeray advises government on DJ ban demand; urges preservation of festival sanctity
Mumbai: Former Chief Minister Uddhav Thackeray expressed the view that festivals should not be marked by noise and that their sanctity must be preserved. Responding to the demand for a ban on DJs, he advised the government to hold discussions on the matter.
Speaking at a press conference at 'Matoshree', Thackeray said, "The sanctity of festivals must be maintained. Excessive noise is not necessary during festivals. Lokmanya Tilak initiated the public Ganeshotsav to encourage mass participation in the freedom movement. While that movement evolved into a festival, it should not now degenerate into mere noise. The sound of *zanj* (cymbals) or temple bells is far more pleasant than deafening noise. Festivals should bring joy to the people, not cause them distress."
He suggested that the government hold a meeting with all police commissioners to reach a consensus regarding the DJ ban. "Why doesn't the government hold discussions? Determine the right course of action through dialogue. People want festivals, but they do not want the harassment that often accompanies them," he said. He also criticized the late-night arrest of Santosh Pandit, who had raised these issues. Furthermore, he took a dig at the proponents of 'Neo-Hindutva', questioning whether they condone the practice of making women dance during the Dahi Handi festival.
Thackeray further noted that decibel levels are monitored everywhere and that the law must be enforced. He urged the government to engage in dialogue with Ganeshotsav *mandals* (organizing committees). "When I was Chief Minister, I used to communicate with Ganeshotsav *mandals*. Discussing issues prevents disputes from escalating to extremes. Everyone lives within the same society. What is the need for so many speakers? Is a DJ really necessary? Discuss the nuisance caused by them," he advised the government.
Additionally, he expressed full support for the MPSC agitation and criticized the government over issues such as paper leaks and internal political developments. Targeting the Shinde faction as well, the demand regarding the party, name, and symbol was reiterated.
Mumbai: Former Chief Minister Uddhav Thackeray expressed the view that festivals should not be marked by noise and that their sanctity must be preserved. Responding to the demand for a ban on DJs, he advised the government to hold discussions on the matter.
Speaking at a press conference at 'Matoshree', Thackeray said, "The sanctity of festivals must be maintained. Excessive noise is not necessary during festivals. Lokmanya Tilak initiated the public Ganeshotsav to encourage mass participation in the freedom movement. While that movement evolved into a festival, it should not now degenerate into mere noise. The sound of *zanj* (cymbals) or temple bells is far more pleasant than deafening noise. Festivals should bring joy to the people, not cause them distress."
He suggested that the government hold a meeting with all police commissioners to reach a consensus regarding the DJ ban. "Why doesn't the government hold discussions? Determine the right course of action through dialogue. People want festivals, but they do not want the harassment that often accompanies them," he said. He also criticized the late-night arrest of Santosh Pandit, who had raised these issues. Furthermore, he took a dig at the proponents of 'Neo-Hindutva', questioning whether they condone the practice of making women dance during the Dahi Handi festival.
Thackeray further noted that decibel levels are monitored everywhere and that the law must be enforced. He urged the government to engage in dialogue with Ganeshotsav *mandals* (organizing committees). "When I was Chief Minister, I used to communicate with Ganeshotsav *mandals*. Discussing issues prevents disputes from escalating to extremes. Everyone lives within the same society. What is the need for so many speakers? Is a DJ really necessary? Discuss the nuisance caused by them," he advised the government.
Additionally, he expressed full support for the MPSC agitation and criticized the government over issues such as paper leaks and internal political developments. Targeting the Shinde faction as well, the demand regarding the party, name, and symbol was reiterated.
Speaking at a press conference at 'Matoshree', Thackeray said, "The sanctity of festivals must be maintained. Excessive noise is not necessary during festivals. Lokmanya Tilak initiated the public Ganeshotsav to encourage mass participation in the freedom movement. While that movement evolved into a festival, it should not now degenerate into mere noise. The sound of *zanj* (cymbals) or temple bells is far more pleasant than deafening noise. Festivals should bring joy to the people, not cause them distress."
He suggested that the government hold a meeting with all police commissioners to reach a consensus regarding the DJ ban. "Why doesn't the government hold discussions? Determine the right course of action through dialogue. People want festivals, but they do not want the harassment that often accompanies them," he said. He also criticized the late-night arrest of Santosh Pandit, who had raised these issues. Furthermore, he took a dig at the proponents of 'Neo-Hindutva', questioning whether they condone the practice of making women dance during the Dahi Handi festival.
Thackeray further noted that decibel levels are monitored everywhere and that the law must be enforced. He urged the government to engage in dialogue with Ganeshotsav *mandals* (organizing committees). "When I was Chief Minister, I used to communicate with Ganeshotsav *mandals*. Discussing issues prevents disputes from escalating to extremes. Everyone lives within the same society. What is the need for so many speakers? Is a DJ really necessary? Discuss the nuisance caused by them," he advised the government.
Additionally, he expressed full support for the MPSC agitation and criticized the government over issues such as paper leaks and internal political developments. Targeting the Shinde faction as well, the demand regarding the party, name, and symbol was reiterated.
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