Madurai police ban water power pumps for festival

thehindu.com

Madurai City Police have banned the use of power pumps for spraying water during a local festival, citing law and order concerns. The police action follows reports of individuals using the pumps to forcefully spray colored water on others, leading to altercations. Two shops selling the pumps were raided, and 22 pumps were seized. Authorities have warned that anyone found using the banned pumps will face police action, aiming to maintain order during the festival.


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