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Pune's Peths: Living in Noise Becomes Punishment, Vidyanand Bapat Lashes Out Again!
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News18•28-09-2026, 09:50
Pune's Peths: Living in Noise Becomes Punishment, Vidyanand Bapat Lashes Out Again!
- •Pune residents are once again angered by the deafening noise of DJs and loudspeakers during festivals.
- •Vidyanand Bapat, a vocal activist, stated that living in Pune's Peths has become a "punishment" due to noise pollution.
- •Bapat demanded strict action against those who harass citizens under the guise of religious freedom and festivals.
- •He spoke at the 'Awaaz Shantatecha' program, urging the administration to prevent loud loudspeakers in open environments.
- •Veteran actor Amol Palekar honored Bapat and appealed to citizens to fight for their civil rights against such issues.
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Vidyanand Bapat stated that living in the Peths of Pune has become a form of punishment due to deafening noise from DJs and loudspeakers, with unannounced restrictions being imposed on ordinary citizens under the guise of religious freedom and public festivals.
The special program titled 'Awaaz Shantatecha' (Voice of Silence) was held at the Pune International Centre (PIC) in Pashan, organized through the joint efforts of the Madhurjag Foundation, Brights Society, and 'Vicharved'.
Veteran actor Amol Palekar appealed to citizens to come forward for civil rights, urging everyone to struggle at their own level against serious issues like encroachments on riverbeds or footpaths, poor road conditions, and waste management.
