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Goa Police Halt Music at Narakasur Celebrations After High Court Order
✍️ ABP Live English
🗓 08 Nov 2026, 04:02 PM
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Following a High Court directive, Goa police stopped musical performances at Narakasur festivities, citing legal compliance.
The Goa High Court issued an order restricting the use of amplified sound during Narakasur celebrations, prompting the state police to intervene. Law enforcement officials arrived at several venues across the state and instructed organizers to cease all musical performances immediately.
Police spokesperson said the action was taken to ensure compliance with the court's directive, which aims to prevent noise pollution and maintain public order during the festival. Organisers were asked to replace live music with non-amplified devotional chants, as permitted under the order.
The shutdown affected multiple events in Goa, with authorities monitoring compliance throughout the day. No arrests were reported, and the police emphasized that the measure was purely procedural, not punitive. The High Court's order is expected to remain in force for the duration of the Narakasur festivities.
Police spokesperson said the action was taken to ensure compliance with the court's directive, which aims to prevent noise pollution and maintain public order during the festival. Organisers were asked to replace live music with non-amplified devotional chants, as permitted under the order.
The shutdown affected multiple events in Goa, with authorities monitoring compliance throughout the day. No arrests were reported, and the police emphasized that the measure was purely procedural, not punitive. The High Court's order is expected to remain in force for the duration of the Narakasur festivities.