The public has been reminded to strictly adhere to existing Supreme Court orders issued under the Police Ordinance, restricting the use of loudspeakers, amplifiers and other sound-amplifying equipment between 10.00 p.m. and 6.00 a.m.
The restriction
Sri Lanka Police have urged the public to use loudspeakers, amplifiers and other sound equipment lawfully and without disturbing nearby residents or disrupting their peaceful lives. In a statement, Police said noise pollution has become a serious health and psychological concern, particularly for infants, schoolchildren, older people and patients.
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Organisations- Supreme Court of Sri Lanka
- Sri Lanka Police
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