The citizens’ march came two days after activist Vidyanand Bapat was assaulted by an organiser of a Ganeshotsav event for complaining about noise pollution.

The relaxation will be applicable on September 19, 20, 22, 23 and 25. On other days of Ganeshotsav, loudspeakers will have to be switched off by 10 PM.

Controversy erupts over DJ bans during festivals like Janmashtami and Ganesh Utsav. Violence against a ban advocate draws condemnation from political leaders. Several cities have…