Allu Sirish urges Hyderabad Police to act against loud music from temple in Shaikpet
Actor Allu Sirish has appealed to the Hyderabad Police to address noise pollution from a temple in Shaikpet that continues late into the night.
Actor Allu Sirish has taken to social media to seek intervention from the Hyderabad Police regarding persistent noise pollution in the Shaikpet area. The actor, who resides in the Aparna One society, has raised concerns over loud music being played at a Hanuman temple in Vinobha Nagar, which reportedly continues well into the early hours of the morning.
Noise pollution continues after Ganesh festival
In a post on X, Sirish highlighted that the loud music has been playing at decibel levels far exceeding permitted limits, often lasting until 2:00 AM or 3:00 AM. He noted that while the noise was initially tolerated due to the Ganesh immersion festivities, the celebrations have officially concluded, yet the disturbance remains unabated.
"The festival is done, but the loud music doesn’t stop," Sirish stated, expressing frustration over the lack of resolution. He mentioned that he had previously brought the matter to the attention of the Film Nagar Police Station.
Impact on residents and previous complaints
The actor emphasized that the late-night noise is significantly affecting the well-being of various community members. According to his post, the disturbance is particularly hard on:
- Elderly residents who require undisturbed sleep.
- Children whose sleep cycles are being disrupted.
- Working professionals who need rest to perform their duties.
Sirish further claimed that residents have attempted to file multiple complaints in the past, but no concrete action has been taken to address the issue. He has formally requested the Hyderabad City Police to look into the matter and ensure that noise regulations are strictly enforced.
Hyderabad Police review Ganesh festival operations
While the noise issue in Shaikpet is being addressed by the actor, the Hyderabad City Police have been focusing on the successful conclusion of the massive Ganesh idol immersion processions. Police Commissioner VC Sajjanar confirmed that the 48-hour-long event concluded peacefully across the city.
The Commissioner noted that the festivities saw massive crowds, with approximately 30 lakh devotees visiting the Khairatabad Bada Ganesh and 15 lakh visiting the Balapur Ganesh. To manage the scale of the event, a massive security deployment was implemented, involving:
- Around 20,000 Hyderabad City Police personnel.
- Over 8,000 additional personnel from various districts.
- Specialized units including the Greyhounds and Octopus.
Despite the peaceful conclusion, the Commissioner highlighted certain challenges, such as the excessive use of paper shooters which caused road hazards during rains. He indicated that the department would recommend a ban on paper shooters to the government and stressed the importance of self-discipline regarding waste disposal and drunk driving during large public gatherings.