The Orissa High Court has issued restrictions on constructing high torans (decorative structures) in Cuttack city's Jhalsib Tarakasir area during Durga Puja festivities for safety reasons. The order aims to prevent electrical incidents and traffic problems due to large crowds.
Key Directives by the High Court
- Restriction on High Toran: No high toran construction allowed during Parvan for safety.
- Road and Traffic: Roads won't be blocked; torans won't obstruct traffic.
- Permission Process: Single-window system for toran permission; puja committees to submit designs to district administration.
- Noise Pollution: Sound levels to be kept within 65 decibels to prevent noise pollution.
- Donation Collection: Cuttack Police Commissioner to monitor donation collection, ensure no forced contributions.
The court's decision follows a public interest litigation highlighting problems during Durga Puja in the city.