Sec 144 CrPC imposed in Chirang

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KOKRAJHAR/BONGAIGAON, July 1: Chirang District Magistrate Binod Kr. Deka has promulgated u/s 144 CrPC prohibiting all types of meetings, rallies, dhars, shouting of slogans, assembly of five or more persons in any public place, pillion riding on two wheelers, carrying illegal arms and use of microphones outdoor without permission within the district. However, two-wheelers carrying women and children below 13 years, old and infirmed persons, Executive Magistrates, police personnel, army and paramilitary forces and any programmes to whom permission is accorded from the Chirang district administration and Bijni civil subdivision, are exempted from the purview of this order. This order has been imposed considering the emergent situation and to save the lives and properties of the citizens of Chirang district. This order has come into force from Saturday and will remain in force until further order.