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If any noise is being made which causes you annoyance, discomfort or any injury, then you can file a complaint with the authorities given below. You can also complain if you know that the noise level has exceeded the noise standards by 10 dB(A) in any area or there is noise pollution that happens at night between 10:00 pm and 6:00 am.
Police
You can complain to the nearest police station, call 100 or file an online complaint with your State’s police complaint portal if you want to prevent noise pollution. The officer in charge of the police station, police commissioner or any officer (not below the rank of Deputy Superintendent of Police) can take action by:
- Seizing equipment,
- Stopping the use of a microphone or loudspeaker, etc.
- Going to the Pollution Control Board and getting a written order prohibiting the noise.
Central and State Pollution Control Board
The Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) provides technical services to the Ministry of Environment and Forests for implementation of the provisions of the Environment (Protection) Act, 1986. Its main functions are to promote cleanliness of water in streams, wells, etc. and prevent water pollution. The Board also has the duty to improve the quality of air by preventing air and noise pollution. The Head Office of the CPCB is in New Delhi and they also have several regional offices across states.
Even though the offices of the CPCB are only there in a few states, every state also has an office known as the State Pollution Control Board (SPCB). You can also approach the SPCB offices to file a complaint. These authorities have the power to issue a written order for preventing, prohibiting, controlling or regulating:
- Any vocal or instrumental music
- Sounds caused by playing, beating, clashing, blowing
- Instruments including loudspeakers, public address systems, horn, construction equipment, appliance or apparatus which is capable of producing or reproducing sound
- Sounds caused by bursting of sound emitting fire crackers
- Sounds caused from a business operation, or trade, for example, business of manufacture of utensils, etc.
The authorities may give an opportunity to the person who made the noise to be heard and then may modify or alter the order.
Courts
District Magistrate
You can approach the nearest District Magistrate (Court) with the help of a lawyer to complain about noise pollution. The Court has the power to temporarily stop or remove the nuisance caused by noise pollution. The Court may pass the following orders after hearing out the person who caused the noise pollution:
- Temporary order or injunction to stop the noise
- Order to remove the noise or regulate it
- Permanent order to remove the noise pollutant and stop the noise
National Green Tribunal
The National Green Tribunal (NGT) is a specialised judicial body where you can go to file environmental cases including noise pollution cases. The NGT was set up to:
- Provide effective and expeditious remedies for environmental protection,
- Conservation of forests and other natural resources
- Enforcement of any legal right relating to the environment.
The NGT’s orders are binding and it has power to grant relief in the form of compensation to affected persons.
Locations of the Tribunal
The NGT has a presence in five zones – North, Central, East, South and West. The Principal Bench is situated in the North Zone, headquartered in Delhi. The Central zone bench is situated in Bhopal, East zone bench in Kolkata, South zone bench in Chennai and West zone bench in Pune.
Filing a Complaint with the NGT
Any person seeking relief and compensation for environmental damage or pollution involving subjects like air pollution, environment pollution, water pollution, etc. can approach the NGT. The decisions of the NGT are binding and you can appeal within 90 days to the Supreme Court if you are unhappy with its decision.
You can engage a lawyer if you want to approach the Court to file a case or file an appeal from a judgment of a lower Court.
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Seemab
July 17, 2022
we are facing huge sound pollution of DJ played in our area (Dauna, Pawai, Amarpur). Due to this Heavy sound We are facing many problems continuously because of loud noise, just to my next door there is heart patient. I hope something better will be done with this complaint. Thank you
Nyaaya
August 8, 2022
You may refer to the explainer above to file a complaint.
AP
October 18, 2022
There is construction work going on in my area (freedom fighter enclave) over one year now.. it’s been getting very frustrating bcz everyday there alot noise n dust pollution we are facing.. my family has asthmatic patient as well. I hope authorities take some immediate measures
Nyaaya
October 25, 2022
If construction of a building or other type of structure is being proposed near the home or property of another person, under limited circumstances the person may have the right to legally stop, “enjoin” in legal terminology, that construction under the theory of nuisance.
One remedy for nuisance is to file a lawsuit seeking an injunction to stop the nuisance. If a court finds that a nuisance exists, it can issue an injunction that orders the party responsible for the nuisance to stop the activity that creates it.
You may also approach the Central or State Board under Sections 16 and 17 of the Air (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act, 1981 which includes noise as an air pollutant. The Rules made under this Act specifically deal with noise pollution.
KANNI
February 26, 2024
Here, I’m preparing for boards exam and it’s 12 o clock of night but still here are some people making noise by playing their nonsense speakers at night
Please as soon as possible take actions
Prasanna Kumar
November 1, 2022
The adjoining building to my house has a saw mill (residential area) that’s working through out the day ,through out the week.The sound is consistent and irritating and over the years my father has developed high blood pressure with no other ailments or stress. A police officer I know is advising that unless there is an arguement of violent nature they cannot intervene to their fullest means. How should I proceed ?
Nyaaya
November 11, 2022
You can file a formal complaint with the police. You may also approach the Central or State Board under Sections 16 and 17 of the Air (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act, 1981 which includes noise as an air pollutant. The Rules made under this Act specifically deal with noise pollution.
Jyoti Garg
August 29, 2022
I’m facing a lot of issues including my parents who are above 60yrs. My neighbors put on there loudspeakers everyday in th morning at 5AM. It really disturbs our sleeping pattern. This can lead of severe health issues. Local police is also not taking any action. We even registered a written complaint but no action taken yet.
Nyaaya
September 5, 2022
If any noise is being made which causes you annoyance, discomfort or any injury, then you can file a complaint with the authorities given below. You can also complain if you know that the noise level has exceeded the noise standards by 10 dB(A) in any area or there is noise pollution that happens at night between 10:00 pm and 6:00 am.
*Police*
You can complain to the nearest police station, call 100 or file an online complaint with your State’s police complaint portal if you want to prevent noise pollution. The officer in charge of the police station, police commissioner or any officer (not below the rank of Deputy Superintendent of Police) can take action by:
Seizing equipment,
Stopping the use of a microphone or loudspeaker, etc.
Going to the Pollution Control Board and getting a written order prohibiting the noise.
*Central and State Pollution Control Board*
The Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) provides technical services to the Ministry of Environment and Forests for implementation of the provisions of the Environment (Protection) Act, 1986. Its main functions are to promote cleanliness of water in streams, wells, etc. and prevent water pollution. The Board also has the duty to improve the quality of air by preventing air and noise pollution. The Head Office of the CPCB is in New Delhi and they also have several regional offices across states.
Even though the offices of the CPCB are only there in a few states, every state also has an office known as the State Pollution Control Board (SPCB). You can also approach the SPCB offices to file a complaint. These authorities have the power to issue a written order for preventing, prohibiting, controlling or regulating:
• Any vocal or instrumental music
• Sounds caused by playing, beating, clashing, blowing
• Instruments including loudspeakers, public address systems, horn, construction equipment, appliance or apparatus which is capable of producing or reproducing sound
• Sounds caused by bursting of sound emitting fire crackers
• Sounds caused from a business operation, or trade, for example, business of manufacture of utensils, etc.
The authorities may give an opportunity to the person who made the noise to be heard and then may modify or alter the order.
*Courts and District Magistrate*
You can approach the nearest District Magistrate (Court) with the help of a lawyer to complain about noise pollution. The Court has the power to temporarily stop or remove the nuisance caused by noise pollution. The Court may pass the following orders after hearing out the person who caused the noise pollution:
• Temporary order or injunction to stop the noise
• Order to remove the noise or regulate it
• Permanent order to remove the noise pollutant and stop the noise
Asd
September 11, 2022
Govt sirf order nikal skti h follow janta kre khud kuch ni kr skti
Time:10:44 PM
Jab rent pe rhne wale itna kr skte h to local to krenge hi
Ye loudspeaker NEAR ajmer bypass nangal jaisa bohara
Thana-KHARDHANI JAIPUR RAJSTHAN
Nyaaya
September 29, 2022
Complaint against loud music can be lodged at the nearest police station by calling 100 via the nearest police station. It is pertinent to note that action has to be taken by the police wherever the decibel level exceeds 10dB of the prescribed limit, which is beyond 65dB in the daytime and 55dB at night.
Mohan
December 22, 2023
police paisa khaakar kuch nahi karegi fir kya karoge
Syed jaffer
November 30, 2022
Hi Team
My name is syed jaffer leaving bangalore, karnataka state actually near my home there was a tinkering shop they were hardly getting trouble to all people they were repairing some AUTO repairs making hell of noise pollution here, can’t able to stay at home 🏠 during facing health lots of people’s, students can’t able to study properly and can’t able to work office work during this noise it’s getting too much headache , we already did a police complain across 100 times but no use police will come they used to stop 1 or 2 days that’s it what happened the next again they will start same thing if we go and scold also they used to fight for us back itself they are not stopping this please it’s a humble request to you please do something that’s want I to say from me.
Nyaaya
December 8, 2022
Causing Public Nuisance
Creating noise is considered to be a public nuisance when you cause any injury, danger or annoyance to the public. For example, if your neighbour plays a sound system at midnight very loudly, then this is a public nuisance.
The punishment for such nuisance is a fine up to Rs. 200. If you continue to make noise even after the Court directs you to stop the noise, the punishment is jail time up to 6 months along with a fine.
Causing Environmental Pollution
Since noise pollution causes significant harm to the environment and surroundings, it is taken seriously under the law. For example, if the construction noise of a building is making it hard for you to live, then this is a form of noise pollution.
The punishment for this offence is jail time up to five years and/or a fine up to Rs. 1 Lakh.
If the noise pollution continues, then you may be punished with an additional fine of Rs. 5000 for every day the pollution happens. If the noise continues for more than a year despite orders to stop it, then you may be punished with jail time up to 7 years.
You have a right to complaint noise pollution and the authorities will take action against the responsible persons.
VIR
January 7, 2024
My apartment is facing so much noise pollution due to bar which is located in chembur mumbai name as bulbul bar in front of swastik park they play dj whole night with the heavy volume please protect us
Prasad
July 21, 2022
Hi Team,
Living in Alankrutha residency, Kothaguda, Hitex , Hyderabad. We are getting lot of noise in the night times in beside building as they are doing household work. They should stop the work in night times at least. This is spooling the sleep
Nyaaya
August 8, 2022
You may file a complaint by following the steps in this explainer.
Rupali
September 18, 2022
I am facing daily noise of few ladies of our society after 11.00, Praathmesh Residence, miraroad
Minni Tiwari
November 6, 2022
Dear sir/madam
Haldwani Nainital (Uttarakhand)Bithoriya No – 01 k aas paas m he bhut der s loud music baj raha h morning m job pe jana hota h dusturb ho raha h bhut. Jo #rules bne h sirf dikhne k bane h action kyo nahi liya jata h unpe. Bhajan bhi agar ho rahe h iska ye matlab nahi raat bhar music chalta rahega. Sabki neeed kharb krke rakhte h
Nyaaya
November 11, 2022
Thank you for writing to us. You may file a complaint against the noise pollution by writing to any of the organisations mentioned in our explainer, above. Please remember that Nyaaya cannot file a complaint on your behalf.
Munmun
August 18, 2022
I’m having a lot of issues with my neighbour as they put on their speakers at any time of the day or night they like ,thats causing a lot of problems to me and my family as my mom works from home and i have to study..my address 96 Bella homes , mubarakpur road, Derabassi.
Nyaaya
August 19, 2022
You may follow he steps in the explainer above to file a complaint.
Dr noorin
September 13, 2022
we are facing huge sound pollution of DJ played in our area (kalyan west koliwada )Due to this Heavy sound We are facing many problems continuously because of loud noise, just to my next door there is heart patient. I hope something better will be done with this complaint. Thank you
Nyaaya
September 21, 2022
Complaint against loud music can be lodged at the nearest police station by calling 100 via the nearest police station. It is pertinent to note that action has to be taken by the police wherever the decibel level exceeds 10dB of the prescribed limit, which is beyond 65dB in the daytime and 55dB at night.
Hussain ali
September 27, 2022
Lound speaker ka time sham 6 baje hota h or kolar sarwadharam me Subha se non – stop Baja rahe h ham customers se baat bhi ny kar parahe h plzz help kariye
Nyaaya
September 29, 2022
Complaint against loud music can be lodged at the nearest police station by calling 100 via the nearest police station. It is pertinent to note that action has to be taken by the police wherever the decibel level exceeds 10dB of the prescribed limit, which is beyond 65dB in the daytime and 55dB at night.
BHupendra sharma
December 25, 2023
Noise complaint registered karne par ‘ticket closed’ batane par kya kare please reply
Alka Manral
April 18, 2024
Agar aapka noise complaint karne par ticket close aa raha hai toh aap 2 alag uppaye bhi kar sakte hai:
• Police: Yadi aap noise pradooshan ko rokana chaahate hain to aap nearby police station mein complaint kar sakate hain, 100 par call kar sakte hain ya apne state police ke online portal par complaint file kar sakte hai. Complaint file karne ke baad, Police investigation kar sakti hai aur aapko 3 tarah sei madad kar sakti hai jaise: instrument ko disturbance create kar rahi hai usei jabt karana, microphone and loudspeaker ka use band karwana and pollution board ke paas jaake written notice parapt kar sakti hai taaki notice dekar noise pollution band karwa paaye.
• District Magistrate : Aap ek vakeel ki madad se najdeeki District Magistrate (Court) ke paas jaa sakte hain noise pollution ke khilaf shikayat darj karne ke liye. Adalat ko noise pollution dvara hone waali takleef ko samayik roop se rokne ya hatane ki shakti hai. Adalat shor pradushan ka karan banane waale vyakti ko sunne ke baad nimn prakar ke aadesh jaari kar sakti hai: Shor ko rokne ke liye temporary ya injunction order de sakti hai, Shor ko hatane ya uska niyantran karne ka adesh de sakti hai aur permanent order de sakti hai uss noise pollution ke karan ko hatane ke liye taaki noise pollution permanently ruk jaaye.
From our area
July 29, 2022
I’m from A Narayanpura Andhra colony 4th cross next to my house they are building a house and morning around 6 to 6:30 am they are making a drill sounds we all have kids new born babys and even late night ppl come and sleep if they make our health is spoiling and more over they building a house with comes in street of the road only compare to all the other house I kindly request to tell them if we tell they making fight with ous
Nyaaya
August 8, 2022
You may file a complaint by referring to the explainer above.
Vipin Kumar Yadav
August 2, 2022
Hi Sir,/Madam
I am facing issue with noise pollution in my area with these vegetables and waste management company loud speaker at early morning daily, Not only these all the local thela seller are using loud speaker and they are very loud can’t work and my mom is on bed she cant sleep as well.
Please do the need and take the necessary action agonists them.
Address is Babu purwa coloney kidwai nagar kanpur 208011
Thanks
vipin
Nyaaya
August 8, 2022
You may file a complaint by following the steps outlined in this explainer.
Nyaaya
August 8, 2022
You may file a complaint by referring to the explainer above.
Akanksha
August 6, 2022
Commuting on Desh bandhu gupta road in karol bagh, there is so much extensive honking all around. Not just on traffic signals but on the whole stretch. Especially the e-rikshaws and the commercial autos honk continuously. It’s just very annoying and there doesn’t seem to be any traffic police to monitor the traffic on the road or anywhere in karol bagh.
Reman Sandhu
August 8, 2022
Please refer to our guide on Noise Pollution
Swaroop
September 2, 2022
Facing noise pollution in neighbouring society Konark enclave Baif road Wagholi Pune
Nyaaya
September 5, 2022
You can file a complaint using the procedure given in the explainer above.
Gugan K P
August 15, 2022
I’m from Moovarasampettai, chennai, Tamil Nadu. During every Sankashti Chaturthi starting from 5.30 Pm till 7.30or7.40pm, People managing the temple near by my residence are using loud speaker(for playing devotional songs), it creates more pain to main ears. Where should i complaint?
Nyaaya
August 22, 2022
Public nuisance is not excused on the ground that it causes some convenience or advantage.
If this type of harassment is faced by you from your neighbor then, you can file an application under Section 268 of IPC in the court of magistrate.
Swapneel
August 19, 2022
Our nearby society has started playing loud music and just vigorously screaming on speaker. Just because its festive days it doesn’t mean to disturb or cause interruptions in other’s life.
Solitaire Housing Society
Dhanori- Lohegaon Road
Pune -41105.
And the tragedy is when the society belongs to big bullies of the local area. Neither PMC or police wants to take action against such societies.
Nyaaya
August 22, 2022
You may file a complaint following the steps given in the explainer above.
Supriya
August 27, 2022
we are facing huge sound pollution of DJ played in our area (nehru maidan, near nurse quarter sonari ,jamshedpur 831011). Due to this Heavy sound We are facing many problems continuously because of loud noise, just to my next door there is (special chiled)handicap patient at my home. I hope something better will be done with this complaint. Thank you
Nyaaya
September 1, 2022
You can file a complaint based on the procedure given above.
Vishal Visht
August 29, 2022
Hi. I live in Pune and our society is having so much noisy work continuous drilling since last 1 month for seepage and waterproofing work. This work is happening from builder side and they are working randomly without any plan and timeline in place. The society handover is still not done completely and most of us are struggling a lot due to this continuous noisy drilling. Can you please suggest that what are our rights here and how can we live comfortably? I bought ready to move flat in July 2019 but still things are not smooth and it seems, residents become helpless in front of builder. How can we get relief from this work or any kind of compensation to protect ourselves? Thnk you in advance.
Nyaaya
September 5, 2022
It is advised that you file a suit for a permanent injunction against your neighbour. Meet a lawyer and prepare your case accordingly. The court will issue directions even to state authorities to take necessary actions to stop the nuisance.
Recently, Two developers and three workers have been penalised by police in a span of four days for violating guidelines on noise pollution. The action has been taken under the Bombay Police Act against ongoing construction work at Chembur and Andheri following complaints from residents. It was ordered that the construction activity would have to be limited to the prescribed timing of 6 am- 10 pm and decibel levels should not be higher than 65dB in residential areas. Further, the developers were instructed to developers to place sound barriers at construction sites. If not complied with, strict action as per the Indian Penal Court will be taken.
Ravi Prakash Goyal & Others
September 1, 2022
A mall type big shop opposite our building were most of the flat owners are sr citizens and super senior citizens are residing are facing noise pollution because of loud music played by the shop along with two dhakiwala since last two years.GD was made in PS but no action taken by them. Adjacent to our building there is a nursing g home also. Seeks your valuable suggestions. Thks
Nyaaya
September 19, 2022
General Diary is a record that is maintained chronologically on day-to-day basis, the General Diary entry reference is also mentioned simultaneously in the FIR book, while FIR number is mentioned in the General Diary entry since both of these are prepared simultaneously. No police officer can refuse to file an FIR if the complaint falls within the jurisdiction of the said police station.
If the officer refuses to file an FIR i.e. First Information Report, you can approach the nearest District Magistrate (Court) with the help of a lawyer to complain about noise pollution. The Court has the power to temporarily stop or remove the nuisance caused by noise pollution. The Court may pass the following orders after hearing out the person who caused the noise pollution:
1. Temporary order or injunction to stop the noise
2. Order to remove the noise or regulate it
3. Permanent order to remove the noise pollutant and stop the noise
You can also approach the Central or State Pollution Control Board with regard to your complaint regarding noise pollution. The Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) provides technical services to the Ministry of Environment and Forests for implementation of the provisions of the Environment (Protection) Act, 1986. Its main functions are to promote cleanliness of water in streams, wells, etc. and prevent water pollution. The Board also has the duty to improve the quality of air by preventing air and noise pollution. The Head Office of the CPCB is in New Delhi and they also have several regional offices across states.
Even though the offices of the CPCB are only there in a few states, every state also has an office known as the State Pollution Control Board (SPCB). You can also approach the SPCB offices to file a complaint. These authorities have the power to issue a written order for preventing, prohibiting, controlling or regulating:
1. Any vocal or instrumental music
2. Sounds caused by playing, beating, clashing, blowing
3. Instruments including loudspeakers, public address systems, horn, construction equipment, appliance or apparatus which is capable of producing or reproducing sound
4. Sounds caused by bursting of sound emitting fire crackers
5. Sounds caused from a business operation, or trade, for example, business of manufacture of utensils, etc.
6. The authorities may give an opportunity to the person who made the noise to be heard and then may modify or alter the order.
मेनका कुमारी
September 8, 2022
मेरे गाँव के मंदिर में प्रतिदिन 4 बजे सुबह से लेकर 7 बजे सुबह तक लाउडस्पीकर पर गीत बजाया जाता है जिससे हमारे मस्तिष्क पर बहुत प्रभाव पड़ता है और ऐसे ही दिन भर में कई बार कभी भी 3 से 4 घण्टे स्पीकर पर गाना चला दिया जाता है ।
इसके अलावा मन्दिर में ही प्रतिदिन माइक में तेज आवाज पर लम्बा (3-4 घण्टे का)कार्यक्रम होता है जिससे पढ़ाई और अन्य कार्य करने बहुत परेशानी होती है।हमे क्या करना चाहिए?
Nyaaya
September 12, 2022
नियम के अनुसार अगर आपका क्षेत्र एक आवासीय (रेजिडेंशियल) क्षेत्र है तो दिन के समय (सुबह 6 बजे से रात 10 बजे तक) 55 डेसिबल और रात के समय (रात 10 बजे से सुबह 6 बजे तक) 45 डेसिबल से ज़्यादा शोर करने की किसी को अनुमति नहीं ह। आपके क्षेत्र में हो रहे शोर के लिए आप नीचे दिए किसी भी तरीके से शिकायत दर्ज कर सकते हैं-
पुलिस
यदि आप ध्वनि प्रदूषण को रोकना चाहते हैं तो आप नजदीकी पुलिस स्टेशन में शिकायत कर सकते हैं, 100 नंबर पर कॉल कर सकते हैं या अपने राज्य के पुलिस शिकायत पोर्टल पर ऑनलाइन शिकायत दर्ज करा सकते हैं। पुलिस थाने के प्रभारी अधिकारी, पुलिस आयुक्त या कोई भी अधिकारी (जो पुलिस उपाधीक्षक के पद से नीचे का न हो) उपकरण जब्त कर सकते हैं या माइक्रोफोन/ लाउडस्पीकर आदि का प्रयोग बंद कर सकते हैं एवं प्रदूषण नियंत्रण बोर्ड में जाकर शोर-शराबे पर रोक लगाने का लिखित आदेश प्राप्त कर सकते हैं।
राज्य प्रदूषण नियंत्रण बोर्ड
आप शिकायत दर्ज करने के लिए राज्य प्रदूषण नियंत्रण बोर्ड कार्यालयों से भी संपर्क कर सकते हैं। इन अधिकारियों के पास आपके क्षेत्र में ध्वनि प्रदूषण को रोकने, प्रतिबंधित करने या नियंत्रित करने के लिए एक लिखित आदेश जारी करने की शक्ति ह।
डिस्ट्रिक्ट मजिस्ट्रेट
ध्वनि प्रदूषण के बारे में शिकायत करने के लिए आप वकील की मदद से निकटतम डिस्ट्रिक्ट मजिस्ट्रेट (कोर्ट) से संपर्क कर सकते हैं। न्यायालय के पास शोर को रोकने, शोर को हटाने या इसे विनियमित करने के लिए अस्थायी आदेश या स्थायी आदेश पारित करने की शक्ति है।
sabari m
September 9, 2022
hello, this is sabari from valasiramani village 621214. in my village near temple there is loud speaker which causing noise pollution. its been played for no reason (not a festival). students near the temple are unable to prepare for an exam. the songs being played from morning 5.30 am to mid night 11 or 12 o clock. sometimes the volume is so high it cause a ear discomfort. please help us with this issue. also they are playing songs frequently without any reason.
Nyaaya
September 29, 2022
Complaint against loud music can be lodged at the nearest police station by calling 100 via the nearest police station. It is pertinent to note that action has to be taken by the police wherever the decibel level exceeds 10dB of the prescribed limit, which is beyond 65dB in the daytime and 55dB at night.
Sujeet Pattanayak
September 17, 2022
We are facing a huge sound pollution of dj played in our area (near thakurani temple, suruchi bazar road,joda keonjhar,odisha ). Due to loud sound headaches and migraine has aroused in our family. I hope something better will be done with this complaint. Expecting a better response as soon as possible
Nyaaya
September 29, 2022
Complaint against loud music can be lodged at the nearest police station by calling 100 via the nearest police station. It is pertinent to note that action has to be taken by the police wherever the decibel level exceeds 10dB of the prescribed limit, which is beyond 65dB in the daytime and 55dB at night.
Prashanth
September 22, 2022
Respected sir, iam from karnataka, koppal district, iam living in kukanoor, in my colony iam facing lots of noise pollution , the peoples are here use to make noise with there vehicle and they used to speak with a loud voice daily, here some students aren’t able to do studies, they used to sleep at late night and again at the morning same thing so they can’t get a proper sleep this is the reason why the students are getting unhealthy please provide some information regarding this complaint, thank you
Nyaaya
September 29, 2022
Complaint against loud music can be lodged at the nearest police station by calling 100 via the nearest police station. It is pertinent to note that action has to be taken by the police wherever the decibel level exceeds 10dB of the prescribed limit, which is beyond 65dB in the daytime and 55dB at night.
Surajverma
October 14, 2022
Respected sir, iam from panjab, ludhiana district, ( my address…..bahadurke road, near fambra road ,near satsangghar, deep vihar colony , pin no…….141008..) , in my colony iam facing lots of noise pollution by masjid , the peoples are here use the loud speaker make noise vry early morning before 5 Am. some students aren’t able to do studies, they used to sleep at late night and again at the morning same thing so they can’t get a proper sleep this is the reason why the students are getting unhealthy please provide some information regarding this complaint, thank you
Nyaaya
October 25, 2022
A loud speaker cannot be used without written permission from the authority designated by the government and cannot be used at night time (between 10pm and 6am)
The government can permit the use of loud speakers between 10pm and 12am midnight during any religious or festive occasion only for a limited duration of up to 15 days in each calendar year. It also mandates that the state as a whole would be considered as a unit and the respective state government has to specify the 15 days in advance when this exemption would apply.
To lodge a formal complaint to:
1. The civil society and/or the local council,
2. A police complaint
3. Filing a PIL
Instead of filing individual petitions, details from various cities and towns can be clubbed before filing in the Court. However, before doing so, it is essential to submit a representation to the Police and District Collector.
Citizens should take acknowledgement of receipt of the complaint from the Police station and the District Collector’s office and keep it with them.
Revathi
October 9, 2022
Dear,
I am living in tamilnadu state,
There are two Mahal and temple opposite
in my home and whenever function is occurring, we are facing huge sound pollution of DJ played in our area. Due to this Heavy sound We are facing many problems continuously because of loud noise it’s affecting / disturbing our daily routine work and can not even stay in home due to this I can not concentrate on my work and my parents has health issue .
First a fall, we requested them like please reduce volume politely and we are not even demand to stop the songs .But they didn’t listen our words and insulting us like we can not reduce volume and stop the songs. He said , where ever you can go and complaints no issue, I know how to handle it and shouting us on the road. It’s really hurting and going to depression mode. I need a proper solution for this.
Please help me on this
Thank you
Nyaaya
October 25, 2022
A person may, if the noise level exceeds the ambient noise standards by 10dB(A) or more given in the corresponding columns against any area/zone or, if there is a violation of any provision of these rules restrictions imposed during night time, make a complaint to the authority.
The authority shall act on the complaint and take action against the violator in the accordance with the provisions of these rules and any other law in force.
If the authority is satisfied from the report of an officer in-charge of a police station or other information received by him including from the complainant that it is necessary to do so in order to prevent annoyance, disturbance, discomfort or injury or risk, annoyance, disturbance, discomfort or injury to the public or to any person who dwell or occupy property on the vicinity, he may, by a written order issue such directions as he may consider necessary to any person for preventing, prohibiting, controlling or regulating.
a. The incidence or continuance in or upon any premises of
i. Any vocals or instrumental music
ii. Sounds caused by playing, beating, clashing, blowing or use in any manner whatsoever of any instrument including loudspeakers, public-address systems, horns, construction equipment, appliance or apparatus or contrivance which is capable of producing or re-producing sound or
iii. Sound caused by bursting of sound emitting fire rackers, or
b. The carrying on in or upon, any premises of any trade, avocation or operation or process resulting in or attended with noise
The authority empowered under sub-rule (1) may, either on its own motion, or on the application of any person aggrieved by an order made under sub-rule (1), either rescind, modify or alter any such order:
Provided by that before any such application is disposed of, the said authority shall afford to the applicant and to the original complainant, as the case may be, an opportunity of appearing before it either in person or by a person representing him and showing cause against the order and shall, if it rejects any such application either wholly or in part, record its reasons for such rejection.
1. file police complaint against marriage hall for playing music loudly and contrary to noise pollution control norms
2. if police does not take any action you can file complaint before magistrate and seek orders under section 133 of IPC for removal of the nuisance
3. you can also file writ petition in HC to direct authorities to take action against the marriage hall for playing music loudly and contrary to noise pollution control norm
4. Further lodge complaint to Pollution control Board and the police asking them to take immediate remedial action,
5. If they fail to act within 15 days, file a W.P. before the High Court against police and govt.inaction praying for justice including damages.
somepublic
October 10, 2022
I have been suffering due to a two wheeler workshop ( in residential area) which functions from morning 7 to night 10:30. Sometimes, till 2 AM they used to dismantle the two wheelers. They use many huge compressors which release huge noise, and doing water service without any drainage connection. The water is allowed in the road side only. They burn the waste plastic covers also in the public at least 3 times a day.
We have been writing to police station, local municipality and TNPCB for the past 14 years. But, every one visit and agree that there is a violation by the workshop and the the workshop is closed for half day. From next day morning, same issue.
Due to these complaints, we were threatened and we filed separate complaint for this in police dept.
However, still we struggle due to this and my aged parents are not at all able to sleep. My mother is also a heart patient and needs rest in day time. But, unable to.
What can I do on this further?
Nyaaya
October 25, 2022
There are some general remedies available in for removing nuisance that are :-
*Abetment;* it means removable of nuisance by the person affected, but the removable must be peaceful and life should not be endangered.
*Injection;* it is based on the nature of the nuisance and if the nuisance is such that it is impeding and should be stopped. Then injection is necessary.
*Damages;* if plaintiff succeeds in proving that the nuisance caused damages to his property or health, and then the Court may order for payment of compensation for the damages.
In this case you can make a complaint to Ministry of Environment affairs of Tamilnadu and Ministry of Environment, Govt. of India to take action against the Autopart Shop owner.
Also, In this case you can a file complaint before TNPCB again and have receiving on the duplicate copy. Even after this if TNPCB can not action then file a Writ petition before the Hon’ble High Court of Tamilnadu to order TNPCB to take action against the autoparts shop.
Rahul Roy
October 17, 2022
Dear Sir
Through this letter of mine, I wish to draw your attention to the problem of noise pollution being caused by unrestricted use of loudspeakers in the area. Though everyone is aware that prohibitory ban use of loudspeakers is in force, they are used unscrupulously.
A loud music of bhakti song were created in Nirsa parwati temple on daily basis which harms locality students and me.
Incident address is Nirsa police station temple’s pin code -828205 nirsa ,dist-Dhanbad,post -nirsa,state -Jharkhand
As a result the residents of the area do not get peaceful sleep and students cannot concentrate on their studies. It creates problems for the sick also as they get disturbed by the loud noise which were created by Nirsa Police station Parwati Temple opposite of Nirsa post office.
I have complain before many times to the temple management, but the requests have fallen flat on deaf ears.
I, therefore request you to strictly implement the orders of restricted use of loud speakers in the temple . The residents of this locality will be grateful to you for this act of yours.
Thanking you
Yours sincerely
Rahul Roy
Nyaaya
October 25, 2022
If you have spoken to your neighbour about the same and the noise continues to bother you and if you see no visible change in their behaviour, you must try to notify the owner of their flat/home so that corrective measures can be taken. You may also approach the Central or State Board under Sections 16 and 17 of the Air (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act, 1981 which includes noise as an air pollutant. The Rules made under this Act specifically deal with noise pollution.
Rule 8(1) of the act states that if an authority is satisfied by the report of officer in charge about the information given by the complainant which is necessary to prevent the disturbance, annoyance caused to the public or any person in the vicinity , he may by a written order issue directions for preventing, prohibiting:
The continuance of:
any vocal instrument or music,
sounds caused by playing, beating, blowing any instrument including loudspeakers, public address systems, horns, etc.
sound caused by bursting crackers.
carrying on any trade or process resulting in noise.
Process you can adopt:
Call the Police helpline at 112 and tell them the problem if
a. the noise is between 10 P.M. and 6 A.M. and is above the legal decibel limit, or
b. is a persistent noise in the day time due to any unlawful activity such running shows, parades and rallies without due permission or any functions without legal permission.
The noise ceases after the beat constable or the IO asks them to stop in courtesy.
If the noise doesn’t stop, go to their Police Station of appropriate jurisdiction and lodge an FIR asap.
The Police will not investigate and the state will prosecute.
Section 268 of the Code states that a person will be guilty of public nuisance if he has caused annoyance to the public (in this case, people who dwell in the area). It is no defence that the injury was caused to obtain any advantage.
Further, if there is noise after 10 p.m, you may contact the local police and they will give your neighbour a warning. If this does not work you may file a case under Section 290 of the IPC and they will have to pay a fine of Rs. 200.
जीवन
October 18, 2022
मान्यवर,
165 A डीडीए एलआईजी फ्लैट झिलमिल कालोनी दिल्ली 95, मै दूध की दुकान मै सुबह से लोहे के डोल्चे को तेज तेज बजाते है और तेज तेज गाली मै एक दूसरे से बात करते है ये रोड को घेर के करते है , ये सुबह 5 बजे से 11 बज दिन तक और 5 बजे शाम से रात 9 बजे तक शोर करते है, बुजुर्ग और छोटे बच्चो की नीद पूरी नहीं हो पाती है बुजुर्गो को हार्ट और मानसिक बीमारी हो रही है किरपा डीडीए ओर एमसीडी एनजीटी से अनुरोध है की दुकान को सील किया जाए आप की अति कृपा होगी
भवदीप
Upasana Hariharan
October 27, 2022
My name is Upasana Hariharan… I stay in Sector 20 Ulwe Navi Mumbai Raigad District… After diwali people are bursting crackers here and creating nuisance… I have an ear problem… Please take very strict action and please do the needful… It’s a humble request…
Nyaaya
November 11, 2022
Sorry to hear about the nuisance. Nyaaya however, does not register complaints on your behalf. You may follow the procedure given in the explainer to register the complaint.
Fayaz
October 28, 2022
Hi. I am in south bangalalore close to my house there is a carpenter shop lot of dust and sound affecting my family and residents surrounding of my area there is provision shop hotel too even they got same problem whom should i contact to rise a complaint and get remedy of these.
Nyaaya
November 11, 2022
You can approach the Central or State Board under Sections 16 and 17 of the Air (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act, 1981 which includes noise as an air pollutant. The Rules made under this Act specifically deal with noise pollution.
Ria
October 31, 2022
There is a cooperate building beside our apartment. The night shift staff have been bursting crackers from around 1AM to 6AM with breaks in between. They did this during Diwali and after diwali and i had to go tell them that i would call the police and they stopped. Suddenly out of no where today(after being silent for a few days) post 3:30AM they bursted 2 hydrogen bombs. I couldn’t record as the duration they keep is for limited time. My sleep circle is completely disturbed due to this.
Nyaaya
November 11, 2022
We’re sorry to hear about this. You can follow the procedure given in the explainer to file a complaint against them.
Bhaskar
November 4, 2022
There are lot of sellers visiting my area equipped with loud speakers and they come into locality with huge noise. How to complaint against them or deal with them?
Nyaaya
November 11, 2022
You can file a complaint with the police in your local area, by following the steps given in the explainer.
Alia
November 7, 2022
Hello sir, I’m facing huge noise pollution where our apartment are closed premises, and kids are playing in the restricted area and it’s echoing. It’s affects my daily work personally and mentally. Even I informed so many times to the apartment Associations and in common group where all patents are able to read the message, they didnt consider. In association. they said that this is not their responsibility. Could you please help me in this?
Nyaaya
November 11, 2022
Thank you for writing to us. Nyaaya cannot file a complaint on your behalf. However, you may approach the Central or State Board under Sections 16 and 17 of the Air (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act, 1981 which includes noise as an air pollutant. The Rules made under this Act specifically deal with noise pollution.
Megha
December 1, 2022
I am facing daily noise of electric equipment of neighbour in our area. I am 5month Pregnent I can’t tolerate with this irritating noise.it makes me metally depressed please help
Nyaaya
December 8, 2022
You can lodge a complaint with the local police and file a complaint u/s 144(2) CrPC before the Executive Magistrate and get ex parte order restraining the opposite party from causing any nuisance and breach of peace. This order is effective for 60 days. This complaint can be filed under sections 268 and 290 of Indian Penal Code, 1860 (Punishment for creating public nuisance)
Alka Manral
April 18, 2024
We are deeply sorry to hear that you suffer from such nuisance. If such noise is exceeding the noise standards by 10 dB(A), you may complain to the nearest police station in this case or call 100 or file an online complaint as per your State’s police complaint portal or you may notify State or Central Pollution Control Board of the same. In case of continuous or persistent nuisance, you may also approach the District Magistrate by the help of a lawyer to complain about the same.
Rabiranjan kumar
December 3, 2022
No one care I am from Gopalganj Bihar DJ sounds full
They don’t care any they are not follow any rules and regulations they are much more powerful ( criminals ) if go and request to minimize sounds then what will happen we know it very well
Sounds levels to High we are gating chest pain
Nyaaya
December 8, 2022
If any noise is being made which causes you annoyance, discomfort or any injury, then you can file a complaint with the authorities given below. You can also complain if you know that the noise level has exceeded the noise standards by 10 dB(A) in any area or there is noise pollution that happens at night between 10:00 pm and 6:00 am.
Here is what you can do to address such situations-
1. The first step you should take is to call the police. Give them coherent details about the problem. Tell them how the noise is causing annoyance, the time since it has been going on, and the address. You may do so anonymously.
2. A complaint can also be filed with the Pollution Control Board, as noise pollution has been classified as an air pollutant.
Here are some steps you can take further –
1) The Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) provides technical services to the Ministry of Environment and Forests for implementation of the provisions of the Environment (Protection) Act, 1986. Its main functions are to promote cleanliness of water in streams, wells, etc. and prevent water pollution. The Board also has the duty to improve the quality of air by preventing air and noise pollution. The Head Office of the CPCB is in New Delhi and they also have several regional offices across states. Even though the offices of the CPCB are only there in a few states, every state also has an office known as the State Pollution Control Board (SPCB). You can also approach the SPCB offices to file a complaint. These authorities have the power to issue a written order for preventing, prohibiting, controlling or regulating:
a) Any vocal or instrumental music
b) Sounds caused by playing, beating, clashing, blowing
c) Instruments including loudspeakers, public address systems, horn, construction equipment, appliance or apparatus which is capable of producing or reproducing sound
d) Sounds caused by bursting of sound emitting fire crackers
e) Sounds caused from a business operation, or trade, for example, business of manufacture of utensils, etc.
f) The authorities may give an opportunity to the person who made the noise to be heard and then may modify or alter the order.
2) Noise pollution is a public nuisance and is a civil wrong. Section 91 of the Civil Procedure Code (CPC) says that you can initiate a civil suit for the offense of Public nuisance with the help of a civil lawyer. Under this section, a member of the community who is being inconvenienced can initiate a suit for appropriate relief, eg.- an injunction. This means that one can have their rights declared and as a consequence, be granted an injunction. The injunction would order the person at whom it is directed to do or stop doing a certain thing, in this case, the nuisance.
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4) As the above section also says that you can seek simultaneous relief under the criminal jurisdiction, through Section 133 of the Code of Criminal Procedure (CrPC). Under this section, the magistrate is allowed to stop the situation that is causing the nuisance. This means that the Magistrate can order the nuisance-causing activity to cease.
5) You can also file a Public Interest Litigation if the situation requires it. Article 32 of the Indian Constitution speaks of this tool which directly connects the public with the judiciary. Through a PIL, a member of the public is given the right to file a suit. This is judicial activism. The member of the public filing the PIL may be an individual, an institution, or a nongovernmental organization. A PIL can be filed in any High Court or directly in the Supreme Court. Under Section 133 of CrPC, a PIL may be filed in front of a magistrate as well.
6) The National Green Tribunal (NGT) is a specialised judicial body where you can go to file environmental cases including noise pollution cases. The NGT was set up to:
a) Provide effective and expeditious remedies for environmental protection,
b) Conservation of forests and other natural resources
c) Enforcement of any legal right relating to the environment.
The NGT’s orders are binding and it has power to grant relief in the form of compensation to affected persons.
Saleha
December 29, 2023
Khalifa mohlla me bhot presan ho Rahi he DJ ki vjah se please aakr roke
Alka Manral
April 18, 2024
Humko likhne ke liye dhanyaawaad. Kripiya dhyaan de ki Nyaaya aapki orr se koi shikaayat nahi darj kar sakte hai. Kintu aap fir bhi Central nahi toh State Pollution Board se sampark kar sakte hai agar aap iss DJ ki dhwani pradooshan se prabhaavit hai
Lime Tree
May 11, 2023
Nice Blog Post, Thanks For Sharing it.
Anirban Sarkar
December 1, 2023
Hello!
I’m from West Bengal,
I’m facing daily loud noise 5 to 6 times a day, from nearest mosque . How can I raised complaint against this issue?
Rakhee
December 5, 2023
Hi Nyaaya,
I stay in a residential society in Noida and have two temples right infront of my flat ( 1 is in the complex and another is just a ross the small wall)
There is always a loud noise of bhajans and aarti on speakers that keep going on and off. Is there any action I can take. It is really very disturbing as the noise levels are very high.
Pradeep
December 5, 2023
We have two schools adjacent to each other infront of my house and in residential area… One is government supported one and other one is private… These schools use loud speakers, band and all activity and make lot of noise from morning 7.30 till evening 5 pm.. Even upon requesting to management they are doing it repeatedly…. Every month they organise some events and make lot of noise… Informed local police about this issue… They just come and tell it’s educational one and take money from the school authorities and go. Can someone please help the resident? We are suffering a lot on daily basis and no justice is provided… Only request is to reduce the noise… Please help on this matter
Ankit
December 9, 2023
There Arey a lot of noises during construction that goes on during night time even after 10pm at gurgaon sector 51, Orchid towers,
It is really disturbing and we cannot sleep peacefully at night, please help us with this
Harneet
December 20, 2023
There is a gurudwara in my neighborhood and for the past 10 years we’ve been subject to constant loud kirtan from there. Our house is in direct path of it and it starts every morning around 7, sometimes afternoons and everyday evenings. It’s a whole different matter during Gurupurabs where it goes on all day.
I’ve written to SGPC about it and they have already issued guidelines that gurudwara noise shouldn’t go beyond its perimeter but these people still haven’t stopped.
Even the police is doing nothing bcz apparently someone knows someone in there and they turn a deaf ear.
Harsh Gaurav
December 30, 2023
I am facing daily noise of electric equipment of neighbour in our area. I am 5month Pregnent I can’t tolerate with this irritating noise.it makes me mentally depressed please help.
Alka Manral
April 18, 2024
We are deeply sorry to hear that you suffer from such nuisance. If such noise is exceeding the noise standards by 10 dB(A), you may complain to the nearest police station in this case or call 100 or file an online complaint as per your State’s police complaint portal or you may notify State or Central Pollution Control Board of the same. In case of continuous or persistent nuisance, you may also approach the District Magistrate by the help of a lawyer to complain about the same.
Sakshi Pande
January 1, 2024
People in my neighborhood are playing songs and also making noise as New year’s Eve. I’m unable to sleep. It’s past 12:30 am, but they are still outside their houses and playing songs and disturbing us.
I want my name to be kept anonymous please.
Alka Manral
April 18, 2024
Noise pollution after 10:00 pm till 6:00 am is not permitted. If this is causing you nuisance, discomfort or disturbance, be assured. You may complain to the nearest police station in this case or call 100 or file an online complaint as per your State’s police complaint portal or you may notify State or Central Pollution Control Board of the same. In case of continuous or persistent nuisance, you may also approach the District Magistrate by the help of a lawyer to complain about the same.
Rohit
January 3, 2024
We are facing a serious problem coz the residents of the flat just beneath our flat plays very loud music and that too with a high bass. We can literally feel the vibrations inside our hall. We requested them so many times regarding this but they says that we should adjust a litle. I am still confused that can I take a legal action on them ?
Alka Manral
April 18, 2024
Yes, you can proceed with legal action against them if such noise is persistently occurring and exceeding the noise standards by 10 dB(A). You may complain to the nearest police station in this case or call 100 or file an online complaint as per your State’s police complaint portal or you may notify State or Central Pollution Control Board of the same. In case of continuous or persistent nuisance, you may also approach the District Magistrate by the help of a lawyer to complain about the same.
You can lodge a complaint with the local police and file a complaint u/s 144(2) CrPC before the Executive Magistrate and get ex parte order restraining the opposite party from causing any nuisance and breach of peace. This order is effective for 60 days. This complaint can be filed under sections 268 and 290 of Indian Penal Code, 1860
Gautam Patel
January 5, 2024
There is daily unnecessary shouting and use of small speakers by local food sellers between 9:00 am to 12:00 pm for selling of there food products are any other items, which causes “Noise pollution” and is affecting me so I would request you to help me out of it.
Kashvi
January 8, 2024
I am a student preparing for neet examination. My house is next to a temple. They start making loud ugly noises and call it singing. They use loud speakers and stupid sound making things and call in musical instruments. I am losing my sanity. I wake up with an irritable mood every morning.They start this early in the morning around 6. When I try to study early in the morning I can’t because of their noise and when I try to study in the night and sleep mornings I still can’t. I measured the noise they make with an online app and it exceeds 90db. There should be something I can do against them to make them shut up. I am sorry for the informal language as I write this while they are screaming.
Santosh Shivlal Verma
January 12, 2024
Near my house their are two different maszid, we stay on 3rd floor every day their is loud noise on loudspeaker placed on top of maszid. On Friday it goes to one hour x 5times. This maszid is at vithal nagar, pimpri maharashtra 411018. Please help out from this.
Rakesh Baviskar
January 29, 2024
I am staying in residential society, one person who is DJ operator is live behind our house. He is daily create noise by DJ. what should I do for this?
Akshay Guleria
February 1, 2024
Hi
My neighbour is operating the Welding workshop from more than last 4 years and my dad is Heart patient moreover we have kids as well at home.
We even went to him and requested to shift his cutter somewhere else but the owner told us that he won’t stop and he has NOC to operate the shop even though that is a residential area.
We are very disturbed because of him for the whole day starting at 8 am and closes the shop at 7 pm. For whole day so much noise of cutters and weldings.
What should we do in this case ?
Please help us and assist
Kangra District, Himachal Pradesh
HS
February 6, 2024
I live in an area which has both residential properties and factories. There is a factory that is next to my house. Initially there was no problem. However now the factory operates throughout the night. The machines are so loud and the noise from their operation is all over my house. I have 2 senior citizens and my mother and father who find it really hard to sleep due to the constant noise at night. My mother is a patient of hypertension who already has sleeping problems. We requested the factory owner to not run machines at night. However he is arrogant and doesn’t cooperate. Please advise what can we do..
Navneet Kumar
February 10, 2024
I am facing a regular noise from a 24×7 operated CNG pump right next to my house. The noise comes from some motor which the run throughout the day at regular intervals. Noice levels in my bedroom is 70-80db constantly when the motor is running (measured by my phone). I made a complaint in police calling 112. But after few hours they started again in the night itself. Where can I complaint so they take proper action and order the CNG pump to reduce noise levels?
Vanshika Bhardwaj
February 13, 2024
How do I complaint against a gurudwara’s loudspeaker? They play it in the morning and evening , sometimes during the day also. It is really affecting our sleep, study and chores.
CS
February 17, 2024
Dear sir.Daily we are suffering from high noise polution during nlght beyond 10PM in Shivam paradise society makarpura.After repeated requests no actions has been taken.It affecting my mental health problems.