PANJIM: Goa State Environment Department has made it mandatory for installation of sound limiter to Sound System for use in outdoor areas including government functions.“The Government of Goa hereby direct the Authorities to take into consideration all aspects of noise pollution as a parameter of quality of life Wo avoid noise menace and to achleve the objective of maintaining the ambient ait quality standards in respect of noise.” the order issued states
The department has further stated the Authorities designated in the State of Gon are also under obligation to ensure that no audio syatem or public address system shall be let out / installed without being fined with sound limiter in any Government or non-Government function in the whole of the State of Goa for outdoor functions
Meanwhile, the order also states that no Sound System should be sold / purchased / supplied / by any manufacturer / dealer / shopkeeper without installation of sound limiter for use in outdoor areas.
