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IN THE HIGH COURT OF JUDICATURE AT MADRAS
G.K.ILANTHIRAIYAN, J
S.Balasubramaniyan – Appellant
Versus
Inspector of Police – Respondent
ORDER :
This Writ Petition has been filed by the petitioner calling for the records of the respondent dated 25.03.2025 and quash the same and consequently directing the respondent to grant permission and police protection to conduct cultural programme (Adal padal Nigalchi) in the event of Keelaperumazhai Village Arulmigu Siraimettamman Temple festival at Thiruthuraipoondi Taluk, Thiruvarur District on 08.04.2025 between 06.00 PM and 11.00 PM.
2. The petitioner averred that he along with the villagers belong to Keelaperumazhai village and in their village, there is a temple called Arulmigu Siraimettamman Temple festival. It is a rich heritage and ancient temple. During the temple festival, a cultural programme like Aadal padal programme is being conducted in a peaceful manner without any law and order problem. Likewise, in this year also, Arulmigu Siraimettamman Temple Festival is scheduled on 08.04.2025 and there is a proposal to conduct Aadal padal programme on 08.04.2025 between 06.00 pm to 11.00 pm. Therefore, the petitioner submitted a representation to the respondent, seeking permission to conduct Aadal padal programme on 08.04.2025. The respondent, without considering the above
Traditional cultural celebrations must be respected, and police must consider requests for such events reasonably and within a specified timeframe.
Customary celebrations should be upheld unless substantial evidence of potential disruption exists, emphasizing timely consideration of requests for police permission.
Traditional cultural programs should not be denied without substantial evidence of potential law and order issues, emphasizing the importance of cultural heritage.
Traditional cultural events should be permitted unless substantial law and order concerns are evidenced, emphasizing timely police consideration of requests for protection.
Cultural events with a history of peaceful conduct should not be denied by police without substantial justification, and timely consideration of requests is essential.
Cultural events should not be denied without substantial justification, and authorities must respond promptly to requests for permissions.
Traditional cultural celebrations should not be denied without substantial evidence of potential disruption, and timely police responses to permission requests are essential.
Cultural programmes traditionally held at temples cannot be denied by authorities without substantial justification, emphasizing timely consideration of requests to maintain public order.
Cultural programmes related to traditional festivals should be permitted unless there is a clear and imminent threat to public order.
The court affirmed the right to conduct traditional cultural programmes, emphasizing timely police consideration and the necessity of maintaining public order.
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