Bantwal murder case Section 163 imposed: What’s allowed, what’s not in DK till May 30

Bantwal murder case: In view of the tense situation arising after the murder of a person named Rahim in the Bantwal Rural Police Station limits, the Indian Civil Protection Code has been imposed under Section 163 in the limits of the Mangalore City Police Commissionerate and in five other taluks of Dakshina Kannada district.

The orders were issued by City Police Commissioner Anupam Agarwal under the jurisdiction of the Mangaluru City Police Commissionerate, while Deputy Commissioner in-charge of Dakshina Kannada and District Magistrate Dr. Anand K implemented the section in five taluks of the district on May 27.

Citing the report of the Superintendent of Police, which warned of the possibility of disruption of public peace and law and order in the district police jurisdiction. A prohibitory order will be in force in the Mangalore City Police Commissionerate and Bantwal, Belthangady, Puttur, Kadaba and Sullia taluks from 6 pm on May 27 to 6 pm on May 30.

Following restrictions will be in place during the period:

Gathering of five or more persons, processions, and public meetings are prohibited.
Carrying of weapons such as sticks, swords, maces, guns, knives, clubs or any objects that can cause physical harm is banned.

Bursting of firecrackers and possession of explosive or corrosive substances is prohibited.
Protests, victory celebrations, public rallies, protest marches, bandhs, roadblocks, and political/public meetings are not allowed.

Storage or possession of stones, projectiles, or any device capable of hurling them is banned.

Display of human bodies, effigies, or models of individuals in public is prohibited.
Shouting or promoting slogans, gestures, or images that may disturb communal harmony, morality, public order, or decency is banned. Distribution of pamphlets or posters that provoke such behaviour is also prohibited.

The order will not apply to government functions or events organized under official permission, or to police personnel and bank security staff carrying arms or communication tools while on duty.

Pre-scheduled religious and cultural programs are exempt from the order.
Religious rituals related to funerals will be allowed strictly at the place of cremation or burial.

The district magistrate stated that the decision was taken as a precaution to prevent any untoward incidents and ensure public safety. The order was issued with his signature and official seal on May 27.

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