Media Release
Mangaluru, Nov 8: In the wake of protests against the celebration of Tipu Jayanti on November 10 and taking into consideration of the untoward incidents of last year, the district administration has imposed prohibitory orders under section 144 in the district from 6 am on November 9 to 6 pm on November 12 as a precautionary measure. Public meetings, processions and rallies are banned during this period.
In an order issued on Tuesday November 8, Dr K G Jagadeesh, deputy commissioner of Dakshina Kannada district stated that the precautionary measures measure has been taken considering the untoward incidents that occurred last year, and in order to celebrate the birth anniversary of Tipu Sultan in a peaceful manner as per the wish of the state government.
During the period, local boards/organizations and communities are not allowed to hold or permit public meetings, functions or processions, and if the order is violated, action will be taken against the guilty, the DC said. No weapons or stones can be carried and gatherings of five or more people that threaten to disrupt peace will not be allowed.
"No statements or speeches that hurt religious sentiments will be allowed. Carrying explosive substances or similar weapons is prohibited. Slogan shouting that provoke communal tension or insult, exhibition of pictures or their transmission, distribution of pamphlets or such acts that weaken public security are banned.
"However, routine activities of the people should not be hindered based on this notification. The orders do not apply to celebrations of wedding, birthday and other private and social programmes," the DC stated.
Prohibitory orders in Udupi
Meanwhile, deputy commissioner of Udupi district T Venkatesh also issued similar orders and announced that Section 144 would be imposed in the district till 6 pm on November 11.