Hoshiarpur, 10 Sep 2025 : The District Magistrate of Hoshiarpur, Ashika Jain, exercising powers under Section 163 of the Indian Penal Code for Citizens’ Safety Assistance 2023, has issued orders imposing various restrictions across the district.
Under the issued orders, within the district, the following are prohibited without prior approval from the SDM:
- Any kind of procession or rally
- Gathering of five or more persons
- Sloganeering
- Carrying sticks, unlicensed firearms, sharp knives, etc.
These restrictions do not apply to government events, conferences, or official meetings. Any political party intending to hold a rally or gathering must first obtain written permission from the concerned SDM.
Additionally, orders have been issued imposing complete restrictions on cow washing or bathing within the district from 6 PM to 6 AM in summers and 5 PM to 7 AM in winters. People who own cows are also directed to register their cattle with the Animal Husbandry Department.
Furthermore, the use of military olive green-colored vehicles (jeeps, motorcycles, cars) is prohibited within the district. These orders do not apply to military officials. Similarly, unauthorized use of armed forces, Punjab Police, BSF, or military uniforms by adults is prohibited. The sale or purchase of such uniforms by unauthorized persons is also banned. These rules do not apply to armed forces, Punjab Police, BSF, or military officials.
Under these orders, no individual, Panchayat, Nagar Council, or Nagar Panchayat in rural or urban areas of Hoshiarpur district may construct a thatched roof without written prior approval from the Sub-Divisional Magistrate.
Another order issued by the District Magistrate prohibits illegal boarding or obstruction on streets and roads in all villages of the district.
All these orders will remain in force until 7 November 2025.
Summary : The District Magistrate has issued directives imposing various restrictions to ensure public safety, maintain order, and regulate activities effectively across the district during the specified period.