Pune: 200-Plus Ganesh Mandals Join DJ-Free Festivities, Says Punit Balan
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Fri, 28 August 2026
2 reports- freepressjournal.in06:07first to report
“Like last year, this year too, several Ganesh mandals have decided to go DJ-free. More than 200 mandals in Pune have joined hands for a DJ-free Ganeshotsav. Our objective is to preserve the traditional character of Pune's Ganeshotsav and ensure that the celebrations do not cause inconvenience to citizens,” Balan said
- freepressjournal.in07:02
The review comes amid a debate in Pune over DJs and high-powered sound systems during festivals. Pune Police have restricted DJ systems and pressure horns and warned of action against violators. While some political leaders and Ganesh mandal activists have opposed the restrictions, residents have raised concerns over noise from DJs and dhol-tasha rehearsals
Thu, 3 September 2026
1 report- Times of India19:28
An anti-noise campaigner was assaulted on Tilak Road in Pune. The accused, Santosh Chavan, president of Janjagruti Pratishthan, was arrested by police. This incident occurred amid ongoing debates about Ganeshotsav sound system usage. Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis condemned the violence and stressed peaceful dialogue. Police have provided security to the assaulted campaigner.
Fri, 4 September 2026
1 report- indiatimes.com18:33
Controversy erupts over DJ bans during festivals like Janmashtami and Ganesh Utsav. Violence against a ban advocate draws condemnation from political leaders. Several cities have imposed bans on loud music and DJs during celebrations. Local BJP leaders vow to defy these restrictions, creating further division. The VHP questions the selective targeting of Hindu festivals by authorities.
Sun, 6 September 2026
1 report- indiatimes.com18:43
PUNE: Hundreds of residents from across the city on Sunday took to the streets to oppose the use of DJs and loudspeakers during festivals. United under the ‘Punekars Against Loudspeakers’ banner, they carried out a protest march from Bal Gandharva Chowk to Pune Municipal Corporation (PMC) headquarters in Shivajinagar.
Tue, 8 September 2026
1 report- indiatimes.com18:40
Chandrapur police ban DJs, woofers and laser lights in festival processions, enforce strict zone-wise decibel limits till Sept 27 under Maharashtra Police Act.
Wed, 9 September 2026
1 report- navhindtimes.in20:10
NT Reporter Vasco Vasco BJP MLA Krishna Salkar has appealed to people and Ganesh mandal committees to celebrate Chaturthi while following the prescribed rules and avoiding inconvenience to others. …
Fri, 11 September 2026
1 report- livemint.com12:14Pune admin revokes 10-day liquor ban order during Ganesh festival after Bombay High Court slams move
Pune administration revoked 10-day Ganesh liquor ban after Bombay HC questioned why the district was singled out while Mumbai and other regions faced no similar restrictions.
Sun, 13 September 2026
2 reports- freepressjournal.in11:14
Nagpur residents held a silent march on Sunday against rising noise pollution and high-decibel music during festival celebrations. Organiser Sandeep Joshi said elderly people, pregnant women, patients and children were among those supporting the movement. He stressed that the protest was not against any religion or festival, but focused on health concerns linked to loud music and laser beams.
- freepressjournal.in16:51
The BMC has tightened advertising rules for Ganeshotsav and Navratri in Mumbai, warning mandals and advertisers against putting up hoardings that obstruct pedestrians or traffic. Under its ‘Pedestrian First’ campaign, mandals must follow prescribed norms, obtain approvals for digital screens and remove all advertising boards by the day after immersion.