Ganesh Mandap Organizers Must Apply Online for Idol Installation Permission – District SP Mr. T. Srinivas Rao
As the Ganesh Navratri celebrations approach, the District Superintendent of Police (SP) of Jogulamba Gadwal, Mr. T. Srinivas Rao, has announced important guidelines to ensure the festivities proceed smoothly and peacefully. These rules are aimed at both the organizers of Ganesh mandaps and the general public.
Key Guidelines:
1. Online Application for Idol Installation:
Organizers who plan to set up Ganesh idols must first obtain permission from the police by applying online. They need to provide details like the height of the Ganesh idol, the location of installation, and the date and place of immersion. The application can be submitted through the Telangana Police Protocol website. Once the application is received, the respective police station will issue the necessary permits online.
2. Traffic and Location Coordination:
Mandaps should be set up in locations that do not disrupt traffic. Organizers must also secure the required permissions from relevant departments for the chosen installation site.
3. Electricity and Safety Measures:
Electricity connections for the mandaps must be approved by the electricity department. To avoid short circuits, high-quality wiring should be used. Additionally, organizers must display the names and contact numbers of those responsible for the mandap on flex boards at the site.
4. Sound and Noise Pollution Control:
Speakers should be arranged in a way that minimizes noise pollution, especially to avoid disturbing elderly people and students. According to Supreme Court guidelines, loudspeakers should not be used after 10 PM, and the use of DJs in mandaps is strictly prohibited.
5. Quality Construction of Sheds:
The area where the Ganesh idol is placed must be covered with a high-quality shed to protect against weather conditions.
6. Volunteer Presence and Crowd Management:
Organizers should ensure that a volunteer is present at the mandap around the clock. Considering the expected number of devotees, mandaps should have queue lines and assigned volunteers to manage the crowd effectively.
7. Fire Safety Precautions:
To prevent fire accidents, mandaps should have two buckets of water and sand readily available.
8. Prohibited Activities:
The consumption of alcohol, gambling, conducting lucky draws, organizing obscene dances, or making speeches or playing songs that insult other religions are strictly prohibited at the mandaps.
9. Mandatory Point Book:
Organizers are required to maintain a point book where police officers can record their visits and sign during inspections.
10. Reporting Suspicious Activities:
If any suspicious bags, plastic covers, items, or individuals are spotted near the mandap, organizers must immediately inform the police by dialing 100 or contacting the local police station.
These guidelines are crucial for ensuring a safe and peaceful Ganesh Navratri celebration in the Jogulamba Gadwal district.
