COIMBATORE: In a bid to maintain law and order and peace here, the Coimbatore city police commissioner has issued strict prohibitory orders in the city limits till July 3 under sections 41 and 41(A) of the Madras City Police Act, 1888.According to an official press release, no public meetings, demonstrations, processions, picketing, fasts or public events can be held within the Coimbatore city police limits without obtaining prior permission from the police department. The use of loudspeakers in any public event during this period is strictly prohibited without advance police authorisation.The police department stated that these preventive measures have been put in place to prevent activities that could disrupt normal civilian life, affect smooth traffic flow or threaten public tranquillity. Political parties, social organisations, associations and individuals planning to hold any event or gathering during this timeframe must approach the police department well in advance to secure the necessary clearance.The police warned that strict legal action would be initiated against violators under the Madras City Police Act and other applicable legal provisions.Asked about the reason for the prohibitory orders now, a police officer said many events were taking place in the city without obtaining permission from police. “As per law, every event, protest and public gathering should be reported to police beforehand, and permission should be obtained,” he added.
