Imposing Section 144 of the CrPC in the Shillong city, the East Khasi Hills District Administration has prohibited Opening of Shops/Food Stalls/Restaurants/Enterprises in and around Shillong City beyond 10 pm.
In view of the various incidents of violence that took place in and around Shillong City which had led to many law and order situations particularly during the Night and whereas such incidents may cause disturbance, pose a threat to the daily commuters and endangering the lives of the public at large, the District Magistrate of East Khasi Hills, R.M. Kurbah, in exercise of the powers conferred upon me under section 144 Cr.P.C. also prohibited Consumption of intoxicants and engaging in any unlawful activities in the vehicle.
Blasting of music near educational/religious institutions, hospitals besides residential areas are prohibited especially after 10:00pm.
“Any violation of the said order will attract penal provisions under Section 188 of the IPC,” the District Magistrate said in the order.
“In view of the urgency of the matter, this order is being passed ex-parte and it shall come into force w.e.f the 12th July 2023 and shall remain in force until further orders,” the order stated.
