Petitioner challenges the action of 7th respondent in using loud speaker, amplified mike systems etc. on the allegation that the same is causing noise pollution. Counter affidavit is filed by the 8th respondent inter alia submitting that they had obtained permission from the police as required under law for the purpose of using amplified mike system etc. That apart it is contended that the addressing system is being used while conducting certain meetings inside the premises of the mosque. In fact, when daily prayers are to be conducted there is a system of using sound system. Whatever that might be, usage of sound system can be done only with due permission from the statutory authorities including police. If the party respondents have to conduct any W.P.(C) No.23131/2013 2 function inside the mosque using sound system, necessary permission has to be obtained in addition to the permission for using the same at the time of daily prayers. Under such circumstances, I am of the view that the Writ Petition can be disposed of as under. i) 3rd respondent shall ensure that the 7th respondent is using the sound system for the purpose of prayers in the mosque and for meetings only with due permission from the authority.
ii) If the petitioners have any complaint regarding the noise level on such use of sound system they are at liberty to approach 6th respondent with a complaint, who shall take into consideration the level of noise in the area and issue appropriate directions which shall be complied by 7th respondent as well.
A.M.SHAFFIQUE, JUDGE vdv