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Hyderabad Police Ban Forced Holi Colors, Warn of Strict Action

Hyderabad Police Commissioner V. C. Sajjanar has prohibited applying colors to unwilling persons or vehicles during Holi celebrations. He emphasized maintaining peace, especially considering the ongoing month of Ramadan, and instructed police to coordinate with Peace Committees. Additional restrictions include a ban on DJs, a watch by SHE Teams for indecent behavior, and the seizure of vehicles for public nuisance. Liquor shops within the Commissionerate limits will be closed from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Holi.

Key Points: Hyderabad Police Ban Forced Holi Colors on Unwilling People

  • Ban on throwing colors at unwilling persons/vehicles
  • Extra security for Ramadan prayers
  • Restrictions on liquor sales from 6 am to 6 pm
  • SHE Teams to monitor misconduct against women
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Hyderabad police prohibit throwing colours on unwilling persons ​

Hyderabad Police issue Holi guidelines banning forced colors, ensuring peace during Ramadan, and restricting liquor sales. Violators face strict action.

"strict action will be taken against those who throw colours at unwilling people - Police Commissioner V. C. Sajjanar"

Hyderabad, March 2

Hyderabad Police Commissioner V. C. Sajjanar on Monday warned that strict action will be taken against those who throw colours at unwilling people during Holi celebrations.​

He issued a notification prohibiting throwing coloured water or other coloured substances at unwilling persons, places, or vehicles, or smearing unwilling people with colour, on public roads and public places.​

He advised citizens to celebrate the festival in a peaceful atmosphere and warned that strict action would be taken against those who cause inconvenience to others.​

In view of the ongoing month of Ramadan, he instructed that care be taken to ensure no disturbance is caused to Muslim prayers. He directed the police to coordinate with Peace Committees and to deploy additional security in sensitive areas.​

The Police Commissioner held a video conference with the police officials and conducted a review meeting at the Integrated Command and Control Centre. ​

He directed the officers to prioritise Visible Policing to ensure no untoward incidents occur during the festival. ​

He stated that Blue Colts and patrolling staff must maintain constant vigilance across the city.​

He made it clear that forcibly applying colours to unwilling persons will not be tolerated. He warned against throwing colours into public places, onto pedestrians, or onto vehicles. He also mentioned that SHE Teams will be keeping a watch across the city to curb miscreants behaving indecently towards women.​

He advised the public to use natural colours instead of chemical ones and stated that there is no permission for DJs during the celebrations. ​

He warned that vehicles will be seized if youths are found roaming in groups on the roads and creating a nuisance.​

On the occasion of Holi, he announced that restrictions have been imposed on liquor shops, toddy compounds, bars, and restaurants within the Hyderabad Commissionerate limits from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Tuesday.​

He said that cases will be registered under the City Police Act against those violating the regulations during the Holi festival. ​

He advised citizens to immediately inform Dial 100 if any law-and-order issue arises anywhere in the city. ​

He appealed to the city's residents to cooperate with the police and celebrate the festival happily.

- IANS

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Aman W
Good step! Every year, my car gets stained with chemical colours from random people on bikes. It's not fun, it's a nuisance and damages property. Hope they strictly enforce the vehicle rule.
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Rahul R
While I agree with the sentiment, I hope the police action is balanced. Holi has always been a little chaotic and fun. We shouldn't over-police it to the point where the joy is lost. Just target the real miscreants.
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Sarah B
Appreciate the sensitivity shown towards Ramadan. It's important to celebrate our festivals without disturbing the peace and prayers of others. This is how a multicultural society should function.
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Karthik V
The focus on SHE Teams is crucial. Women often face the worst harassment during Holi with colours being used as an excuse for inappropriate behaviour. Strict vigilance is needed. Thank you, Commissioner Sajjanar.
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Nikhil C
No DJs and liquor restrictions from 6 to 6? That's going to be hard to enforce fully. The intention is good for maintaining order, but I wonder about the practicality. Hope people cooperate voluntarily.
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Meera T
Finally! Using natural colours should be mandatory. The chemical ones cause so many skin and eye problems. Let's go

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