Ganesh chouti - changes needed by govt and citizens .
To summarise the changes desired-
1- The idols height should be limited to 2-3 feet.
2-The material used should be biodegradable and no chemical Painting for colours used.
3- The pandals are encroaching on to roads creating traffic impediments(usage of private empty spaces should be encouraged)
4-Unauthorised electricity is being drawn from poles directly must be penalised.( Charge all pandals installing temporary meters )
5- Forcible donations are being collected from shop keepers of the areas (police to act on this)
6-Usage of loud speakers must be restricted to 10 pm and the sound levels must be restricted to 90 decibels.
7- Usage of large water bodies for immersion must be prohibited.
8- prohibit loud speakers fire crackers,during processions,usage of Colours ,usage of alcohol,drugs,bhang,charas .
9- Unruly persons must be booked by police.
10- whole city is being forcibly shut to facilitate long processions causing inconvenience to normal life.
The religious feeling are to be kept subdued and gatherings at residential associations must not cause inconvenience to the sick, old and debilitated and other religious minorities.
Wastage of public tax payers money for arrangements of giant cranes,police and decoration, lighting is to be reviewed and must be kept minimum.
We love our country, religion,city and culture and we need to improve on our style of celebration also.Jaihind. more