Uttarakhand’s Nainital, which attracts numerous tourists every year for its beautiful, serene and picturesque environment, has been designated a ‘horn-free zone’ starting August 1st. This has been aimed to make the Mall Road area free from noise pollution.
Order from Magistrate
An order was issued by the District Magistrate on July 28th established a ‘no-honking’ (horn-free) zone stretching from Tallital Danth to the Mallital Rickshaw Stand. Moreover, violators will face a fine of Rs 1,000. There is a complete ban on honking. Hence, the Nainital Mall road would also become a horn-free zone.
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The town’s character was gradually being compromised by noise pollution as the number of vehicles were increasing and hence, the measure was taken to protect the identity of the Mall Road.
Signboards have been installed at various locations stating that the ban is in effect from Tallital Danth to the Mallital Rickshaw Stand, as per reports by NDTV.
The procedure
On July 21, Kumaon Commissioner Deepak Rawat convened a meeting with public representatives and various departments to discuss the matter, and directives were issued to the District Magistrate.
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The District Magistrate convened a meeting with all relevant departments to formulate the official order, but the compliance with the orders was only partial in the absence of the police force, RTO officials and municipal staff.
FAQs
1) Where is Nainital?
Nainital is situated in the Kumaon hills in Uttarakhand.
2) Where is the no-honking rule enforced?
The no-honking rule is enforced between Tallital Danth and Mallital Rickshaw Stand, affecting the Nainital Mall Road.