Within 24 hours of assuming office as the Chief Minister of Madhya Pradesh, Mohan Yadav has implemented a ban on the use of loudspeakers at religious places that exceed permissible decibel levels. This significant decision marks the initial action taken by Mohan Yadav, a three-time BJP MLA, after being sworn in as the Chief Minister.
The move aims to regulate and curb excessive noise pollution, adversely affecting residents' well-being in such areas. This decision aligns with the Supreme Court's July 2005 judgment, which prohibits the use of loudspeakers and music systems between 10:00 p.m. and 6:00 a.m., with exceptions granted for festival occasions for up to 15 days a year, allowing the use of loudspeakers until midnight.
Under the directives from the Supreme Court and the High Court, this decision aligns with the provisions outlined in the Noise Control Act and the Noise Pollution (Regulation and Control) Rules of 2000. The state government has promptly banned the effect to ensure strict compliance. To enforce these regulations, specialized flying squads will be established across all districts to monitor and curb unauthorized and excessive usage of loudspeakers.
The newly appointed Chief Minister, Mohan Yadav, has made another significant decision by announcing a ban on the open sale of meat. Yadav stated that to enforce this ban on the sale of meat and fish in the open, a campaign will be conducted by the Food Department, police, and urban bodies from December 15th to 31st.
Furthermore, Chief Minister Yadav declared that the Madhya Pradesh government will extend a warm welcome to any devotees traveling to Ayodhya for the consecration of the Ram Mandir on January 22, 2024.
Making such significant decisions right after assuming power is not a novel occurrence in Indian politics, particularly evident in instances such as Karnataka in 2023. When the BJP government assumed power in Karnataka, it promptly imposed a ban on including eggs in midday meals in schools. Conversely, when the government shifted to Congress, there was an immediate reversal, allowing the inclusion of eggs in midday meals.
This political rivalry overlooked the potential distress it inflicted on an average child consuming these meals, as they grappled with abrupt changes. It is evident that these political leaders pay little heed to the significance of such changes for the individuals affected. This example underscores how the government links subjects like food policies with political agendas, often extending into the realm of religion.
