Respecting Silence: A Gentle Plea for Considerate Volume of speakers in Public Gatherings

Let our voices be as gentle as the sunrise, illuminating the path toward a harmonious coexistence!

This blog is not written out of frustration or anger but from a shared understanding that sound is not just an audible wave; it’s a bond that ties our community together.

In our neighborhood, we have all sorts of events, from Independence Day to live concerts to wedding processionals and rallies. Sometimes, the noise from these events gets really loud. Even when I’m inside with the air conditioning on, the noise can be too much to bear. I wonder how people on the streets or at the rallies handle it, especially for so long time. There’s also a heart hospital nearby, and I can’t help but think about how the loud sounds might disturb the patients there. It made me want to talk about this issue in a blog, especially after a recent rally that was so loud that it even made my balcony railings vibrate. Surprisingly, I saw school kids in uniforms in that rally. I felt sad because the loud noise could hurt their tender ears. I thought about their parents and school, and why they allowed it to happen. This is something we should all think about.

Now a days in weddings or Kirtans also often, the speakers’ volume reaches a level that is so loud, not just for our own ears but especially for our little ones. As we gather to revel in the joyous occasions, we find ourselves making choices between being a part of the celebration and our cultural activities or prioritizing the comfort of our children. We want to be part of the happiness, but we also want to protect our children’s ears.

To those who organize our celebrations, we’re sending a friendly message. We know celebrations are important, and we love being part of them. But can we find a way to make celebrations fun without making them too loud? Let’s work together to create a happy community where everyone can enjoy without any worries.

My message, is also directed towards the custodians of our community – the government authorities who govern the regulations of how loud the speakers voulme can be in the rallies. Through respectful conversations, through the kindest of intentions, we wish to be heard – not as critics, but as caretakers of the symphony that resonates within our streets.

Let’s raise our voices like a soft breeze, carrying a message of togetherness!