The Citizens Coalition Against Noise Pollution
India
In Mumbai 'No-Honking Day' is Observed
The usually chaotic roads, bustling with vehicular traffic and resounding with honking has been lessened, at least for one day. The traffic department is observing a "no-honking day" on World Health Day (April 7), as noise pollution adversely affects health.
The traffic department, has influenced NGOs, automobile associations, schools and colleges to sensitize more than 1.5 million motorists about the campaign. "We have to educate people and still if they persist with honking, punitive action will be taken," said deputy commissioner of police (traffic) Harish Baijal.
The campaign for 2008 includes banners, posters and stickers placed across the city, in advance so that the majority of the motorists abstain from honking on that day. Radio stations are also promoting the message as well.
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