Patiala, December 10 - Additional District Magistrate Anuprita Johal, using the powers conferred under Section 144 of the Criminal, Jabta, Sanghata Act 1973 (Act No. 2 of 1974), has banned the sale of various types of musical instruments and firecrackers within Patiala district limits. Prohibition of noise pollution by use has been issued which will remain in effect till February 5, 2024. According to orders, on the occasion of meetings, rallies, protests etc. conducted by the leaders and office bearers of various political parties, organizations and managers of any NGOs, private, social, religious, commercial organizations/institutions etc. For the use of loudspeakers in any building, public places, open spaces, pandals, etc. by the office bearers on the occasion of various programs, events etc., marriages, happy occasions and various occasions etc. marriage palaces, clubs, etc. DJ in hotels and open places etc. Orchestras, musical instruments etc. shall not be played without the written approval of the concerned Sub Divisional Magistrate subject to the conditions laid down in the Punjab Instruments (Control of Noise) Act, 1956. Playing/playing any of the said sound and musical instruments etc. in any building or place from 10:00 pm to 6:00 am despite taking permission to play loud speakers and any other musical/audio instruments etc. There will be a total ban.