State vs Faizan — Najibabad noise pollution case

Updates

1. Arrest12 Oct 2026

   Man arrested over azan above noise limit in UP

   Police have arrested a muezzin (man who proclaims azan) from a mosque in Najibabad town of Bijnor district for allegedly violating prescribed the noise limits while reciting the azan, officers aware of the matter said on Sunday

   Explanation in simple terms

   What:

   A man has been taken into police custody.

   Who:

   The accused is the man arrested by the Najibabad Police Station.

   When:

   Reported on 12 Oct 2026.

   Where:

   Najibabad Police Station, Uttar Pradesh.

   Why:

   The man is accused of playing the azan at a volume exceeding allowed noise limits.

   What it means:

   The police have initiated action regarding the alleged violation of noise pollution rules.

   Hindustan Times
2. News11 Oct 2026

   Case filed for playing loudspeakers loudly in Najibabad: Equipment seized, Chairman demands an impartial investigation.

   Najibabad police action against loud noise disturbance. Follow Dainik Bhaskar for latest updates. The police have registered a case against a youth in Najibabad for playing a loudspeaker at a volume higher than permitted. The police have seized the loudspeaker, amplifier, and mic from the spot.

   Explanation in simple terms

   What:

   Authorities filed a case and seized sound equipment for playing loudspeakers at high volumes.

   Who:

   The police department is the agency filing the case, and the Chairman is the person requesting a neutral inquiry.

   When:

   Reported on 11 Oct 2026.

   Where:

   Najibabad Police Station, Uttar Pradesh.

   Why:

   The action was taken because loudspeakers were allegedly being played at loud, prohibited volumes.

   What it means:

   The police have taken physical possession of the sound gear while the Chairman seeks a fair investigation.

   Dainik Bhaskar