Pune: Additional District Magistrate Namdev Tilekar has imposed prohibitory orders under Section 37 (1) and (3) of the Maharashtra Police Act, 1951, to ensure law and order in the Pune Rural area. These orders will be in effect from 12:05 a.m. on June 28 until midnight on July 10.

According to the order, carrying incendiary or explosive substances, stones, firearms, sticks, spears, swords, clubs, or any object that can cause bodily harm is prohibited. The order also bans the display or burning of pictures of individuals, symbolic effigies or images of leaders, shouting provocative slogans, and playing musical instruments.

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According to the Indian Express report, the order also prohibits delivering inflammatory speeches that may threaten public decency, morality, or state security, or incite the overthrow of the government. Additionally, any behavior that could disturb law and order, gatherings of more than five people under sub-section (3) of Section 37, and holding meetings or processions without prior permission from the Pune Rural Superintendent of Police are strictly forbidden.

Violation of this order will result in punishment under Section 135 of the Maharashtra Police Act, 1951.

However, this order does not apply to government personnel or individuals authorised by their superiors to carry weapons as part of their official duties, according to the Indian Express report. 

Earlier, in a significant move to enhance student safety during transit, the Pune Regional Transport Office (RTO) has directed that all school transport vehicles be equipped with CCTV cameras by July 31, 2025. This directive follows a recent meeting chaired by the Pune Police Commissioner and represents a crucial step toward improving the monitoring and accountability of school transportation services.

The RTO has announced that its flying squad will carry out rigorous inspections to ensure compliance. Vehicles found operating without the mandated CCTV systems after the deadline will face strict penalties.

“All school vehicles must comply with the CCTV installation rule by the July 31 deadline. Any deviation will invite immediate action,” stated Swapnil Bhosale, Deputy Regional Transport Officer, Pune.

Key Directives:

1. CCTV Surveillance: All school buses and vans must be equipped with CCTV cameras to record daily operations.

2. Footage Monitoring: Schools and their respective Transport Committees are responsible for regularly reviewing and maintaining CCTV footage. Any negligence will attract serious consequences.

3. Updated Vehicle Records: Schools must keep a verified and up-to-date list of all vehicles used for student transportation under their authority.

4. Mandatory Female Attendants: A female attendant must be present in all vehicles transporting children under the age of six. Failure to comply will result in legal action against both the driver and the vehicle owner.

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5. Police Background Checks: All individuals involved in school transport services, including drivers, conductors, and cleaners, must undergo police verification. Those without clearance will be prohibited from service.