Did nothing despite their own monitoring data showing that Sunburn noise levels were obviously over the acceptable range.
PANJIM: When it comes to taking corrective action for noise pollution regulation breaches at the Sunburn Electronic Dance Music (EDM) event, the Goa State Pollution Control Board (GSPCB) and the Goa Police have a lot to account for. Both organisations must stop “passing the blame” and taking no action.
The GSPCB or the Anjuna Police are not taking responsibility for preventing such breaches and failing to take swift action against the violations, according to the High Court of Bombay in Goa. This is despite frequent breaches and violations of the orders.
The monitoring data for three days of the Sunburn event is included in the inspection report that is affixed to the GSPCB affidavit. This information shows the noise levels produced by the
EDM played by Sunburn was louder above the permitted level of 55 dB (A) at the main stage (inside the venue), close to the main entrance on the perimeter, and a fair distance away in residential neighbourhoods. According to the document, the court noticed noise levels over 65 dB (A), and on most instances they were between 70 and 90 dB. (A).
The Court stated, “At least, prima facie, there looks to be a case of willful inactivity or the lack of desire to uphold the law,” while adding yet another grave comment.
Through their own actions, the GSPCB and Police’s attempts to blame each other while remaining inactive have been exposed. The Chief Secretary, GSPCB, and Police must submit their response affidavits to the court by January 19 in accordance with a court order.
