By Asia Samachar | Pakistan |
Panjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz has ordered a province-wide crackdown on the misuse of loudspeakers and violations of the government’s one-dish rule at weddings and social gatherings.
The directives, issued to all commissioners and deputy commissioners, mandate strict monitoring of events at marriage halls, farmhouses, private grounds and Qawwali nights, according to media reports.
The Punjab government has expressed growing concern over unauthorised loudspeaker use and rising noise pollution, particularly during night-time events.
Maryam instructed authorities to prevent excessive noise and to take legal action against violators. In a strong message on accountability, she warned that officials who fail to enforce the regulations will themselves be barred from attending wedding ceremonies.
The government is simultaneously tightening enforcement of the one-dish rule, which restricts the number of main food items served at events.
The measure aims to curb extravagance, promote more disciplined social practices and ensure adherence to long-standing government guidelines. The decision applies uniformly across all types of venues, from marriage halls to private lawns and farmhouses, local media reported.
District officers have been tasked with ensuring consistent implementation of both directives. Events found violating loudspeaker regulations or serving more than the permitted single dish will face legal consequences.
Officials have also been directed to actively monitor wedding venues, with SamaaTV noting that this includes regulating the operating hours of marriage halls.
The move forms part of the Punjab administration’s broader efforts to reinforce public order, reduce unnecessary spending, and limit environmental disruptions caused by loud celebrations.
According to Daily Times, authorities believe that increased oversight and strict penalties will help cultivate greater compliance across the province.
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I strongly agree with the minimalist wedding concept. Obviously not one single dish that is absurd but there should be restrictions. Not all marriages last so it’s a waste of funds and better kept for brighter future of the couple. No matter how lavish the spread is people will still find faults.
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