The Tripura State Pollution Control Board (TSPCB) has procured 35 sound level meters and handed them over to the state’s Home (Police) Department to strengthen noise pollution control, monitor noise levels and ensure effective implementation of the Noise Pollution (Regulation and Control) Rules, 2000, particularly during the Durga Puja festivities.
A distribution and demonstration programme for the sound level meters was organised at Hall No. 3 of Pragya Bhavan in Agartala on Monday.
The programme included demonstrations and training on the operation, use and maintenance of the instruments, as well as the procedures for measuring sound levels. An awareness session was also held on key provisions of the Noise Pollution (Regulation and Control) Rules, 2000.
The initiative aims to strengthen the monitoring of noise levels and help the police take appropriate measures to control noise pollution during the festive season.
Tripura Science, Technology and Environment Minister Animesh Debbarma attended the programme as the chief guest. The Inspector General of Police (Law and Order), Ipper Manchak, and the Principal Secretary of the Science, Technology and Environment Department attended as guests of honour.