Section 144CrPc promulgated in Dibrugarh district

A CORRESPONDENT

DIBRUGARH: The Dibrugarh district administration has issued a prohibitory order for maintenance of natural habitat in and round the picnic spots/river ghats in the district during the picnic season. "The use of plastic bags and other non-biodegradable articles at the picnic spots/river ghats under Dibrugarh district has created serious problem of environmental pollution and is hazardous to the health of public. The non-biodegradable plastic carry bags, bottles etc have not only contaminated soil and water bodies but have also created unhygienic condition by clogging sewers, drains etc. which is injurious to public health," the order stated. It further stated, "Consumption of alcohol etc. is being carried out in the picnic spots and thereafter there is an increase in cases of drunk-driving in the district which may result in serious accidents. Preventive steps are necessary to keep a check on the use of high volume music, fire crackers etc and illegal sale and consumption of liquor in and around the picnic spots/river ghats."

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