Police Commissioner Commends Muslim Central Committee for Co-operation in Postponing Protest
Mangaluru: In a press statement Police commissioner Dr Harsha has stated, “The Muslim Central Committee DK and Udupi district had applied for permission to hold a protest meeting on January 4 at the Nehru Maidan in Regard to the CAA and NRC. The application was sent for an assessment of law and order/Traffic to field units which after due Consultation of all stakeholders submitted a Report.”
The important findings were:
Nehru Maidan was not suitable for being considered as a venue for Protests and Massive Gatherings for Following Reasons.
The Roads Surrounding the Nehru Maidan especially Clock Tower To AB Shetty Circle are witnessing Massive Civil Work of the Smart City Project with only One way Available for Traffic, the other lane has been Deeply Dug and poses a threat to Public Life if Heavy Gathering gets Mobilised.
There are several Hospitals in close Vicinity, Choking Traffic in this Area may Prevent essential and Emergency Vehicles from Plying and may severely Impede Ambulance Services and supply of Medicines.
Just about 100 meters from Nehru Maidan, on Old kent Road Chief Office of Fire and Emergency services, is Located and any Disruption of Traffic and Choking of the Roads May severely Disrupt These Highly Essential Services.
The above-Mentioned Issues and Other Connected Facts were Communicated to the Applicant, President of the Central Muslim Committee. An appeal was made to them that permission may be considered if they provide an alternative proposal of venue.
It is Learnt that the Central Mulsim Committee has postponed the proposed Protest. Mangaluru City Police thanks the Muslim Central Committee and seeks Co-operation from all concerned in the maintenance of Law and Order.