Hyderabad: City Police Commissioner V.C. Sajjanar on Saturday directed organisers of the August 26 Milad procession Hyderabad event to avoid DJs, bike rallies, rash driving and other violations.
He appealed to organisers and participants to conduct the Milad-un-Nabi celebrations peacefully and maintain communal harmony throughout the procession. Sajjanar issued the instructions during a coordination meeting with representatives of the Markaz-e-Milad Juloos Committee.
The meeting took place at the Telangana Integrated Command and Control Centre in Banjara Hills. He asked organisers to start the procession on schedule and complete it within the stipulated time.
Milad procession Hyderabad to face noise restrictions
Sajjanar said police would not allow DJs or sound systems that caused excessive noise during the Milad procession Hyderabad programme. He cited Supreme Court orders and government regulations while explaining the restrictions.
The Commissioner said police would act strictly against people who violated traffic and safety rules. He specifically warned against minors riding vehicles, triple riding and rash driving.
Police would also act against vehicles using modified silencers. In addition, Sajjanar said authorities would not permit bike rallies before the scheduled procession date. He urged participants to follow traffic rules and avoid activities that could disturb public order.
Monsoon safety measures stressed
The Commissioner also asked organisers to take additional precautions because of the monsoon season. He said electrical decorations required proper installation to prevent accidents. Organisers should also ensure that flags did not touch overhead power lines, he added.
Sajjanar asked volunteers managing food distribution points to coordinate with police personnel. He said such coordination would help prevent congestion near distribution points and along the procession route.
Police also advised organisers to keep access routes clear for emergency vehicles. Sajjanar said police had strengthened security arrangements in sensitive areas ahead of the Milad procession Hyderabad event.
Police would monitor the main procession through drones and CCTV cameras. Teams would also closely watch social media platforms for provocative or hateful content. The Commissioner said police would keep known troublemakers under surveillance.
He added that preventive monitoring would continue before and during the procession. Police intended to respond quickly to any attempt to disturb peace or create tension.
Vehicle stickers and WhatsApp group arranged
Police would issue stickers in advance for vehicles taking part in the procession. Sajjanar said the system would help police identify authorised vehicles and manage movement more effectively.
Authorities also created a dedicated WhatsApp coordination group for communication with organisers. In addition, police established a helpline for emergencies and immediate coordination.
The Commissioner said these measures would allow organisers and police teams to exchange information quickly during the event. He urged committee members to use the communication channels whenever they required assistance.
Sajjanar appreciated the cooperation that the Milad committee had extended to Hyderabad Police during the past three years. He particularly referred to the committee’s role in coordinating procession timings with other major festivals.
The Commissioner asked organisers to continue the same cooperation this year. He said timely coordination would help police manage traffic, security and public movement more effectively.
Sajjanar also appealed to participants to respect restrictions on noise, vehicle movement and public safety. He said peaceful conduct by participants would help ensure smooth completion of the Milad procession Hyderabad programme on August 26.
The Commissioner reiterated that police would enforce rules firmly while supporting organisers in conducting the procession peacefully.