Festivals Must Stay Within Tradition, No Tolerance for Disorder: CM Yogi

Lucknow, March 2026 : Yogi Adityanath issued a strong warning against any attempt to disturb law and order or communal harmony in the state, stating that public misconduct during festivals will not be tolerated and strict action will be taken against offenders with zero tolerance.

The Chief Minister directed officials to ensure peace, security, and discipline at all costs, emphasizing that negligence at any level will not be accepted. He also instructed that religious events must follow traditional practices only, and no new customs should be allowed.

During a high-level review meeting held via video conferencing on Wednesday evening, the Chief Minister reviewed preparations for upcoming events including Chaitra Navratri starting Thursday, Alvida Namaz on March 20, and Eid-ul-Fitr on March 21. He directed divisional commissioners, district magistrates, and police chiefs to work with sensitivity and coordination to maintain a peaceful environment.

He stressed that with large crowds expected at देवी temples during Navratri, proper arrangements for security, cleanliness, crowd management, drinking water, lighting, and health services must be ensured, especially at major temples and crowded places.

Taking note of recent criminal incidents in several districts, the Chief Minister sought detailed action reports and said even a single crime can disturb social harmony. He instructed officials to treat every complaint seriously and ensure strictest action against offenders. Referring to chain-snatching incidents, he directed increased patrolling by PRV-112 vehicles and asserted that criminals must fear the police uniform.

Citing Supreme Court guidelines, he ordered that loudspeaker volumes at religious places must remain within prescribed limits, failing which strict removal action should be taken. He also expressed concern over bike stunts and directed immediate action to stop such activities.

On LPG supply, he emphasized that citizens should not face inconvenience despite global conditions. Authorities were instructed to prevent artificial shortages, hoarding, and black marketing, and to take strict action against violators while ensuring prompt resolution of public grievances.

In view of the proposed visit of the President to Ayodhya and Mathura-Vrindavan, he directed strict adherence to protocol. He also instructed strengthening arrangements at cow shelters, including deployment of nodal officers, timely fund disbursement, and proper care, fodder, and facilities for cattle.

Prior to the meeting, the Director General of Police informed that the police force is fully alert to ensure peaceful conduct of festivals including Navratri, Eid-ul-Fitr, and the upcoming Ram Navami, with increased foot patrolling in place. Senior officials from across the state participated in the meeting via video conferencing.