Nagpur Police Issues Order Prohibiting Beggars From Gathering at Traffic Junctions, Footpaths, Traffic Islands and Dividers

Nagpur, March 8: The Nagpur police on Wednesday issued an order prohibiting beggars from gathering at places like traffic junctions, footpaths, traffic islands and dividers in the city amid rising complaints of harassment of motorists and pedestrians.

The order was issued under Section 144 of the Code of Criminal Procedure (CrPC) which bans the gathering of four or more people in a particular area. As per the order issued by Commissioner of Police Amitesh Kumar, the restrictions will be effective from March 9 till April 30 “unless withdrawn earlier by the issuing authority”. Beggars In Uttar Pradesh ‘Demonetise’ One Rupee Coin as It’s Size is Similar to 50 Paise Coin.

Apart from the inconvenience faced by vehicle users and walkers, there were also complaints of beggars obstructing the smooth flow of traffic and causing public nuisance, said officials. Objections, if any, in respect of this order may be emailed to cp.nagpur@mahapolice.gov.in or submitted at the Police Bhavan, Civil Lines, Nagpur, said the department. Fact Check: Govt Planning to Engage 3,000 Beggars to Sing Songs of Modi Govt’s Success in Trains? PIB Reveals Truth Behind the Fake Viral Post.

Objections shall be duly considered, and necessary modifications, if required, shall be made, said the order.

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