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Karnataka Police Limits Siren Use for VIP Escorts

Under the July 21 directive escort vehicles must move communications to secure wireless channels with sirens now reserved for genuine emergencies.

The Director General and Inspector General of Karnataka Police instructed that sirens should only be used by emergency service vehicles.
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Karnataka govt has banned the usage of sirens during VIP movements in the state.

Overview

  • DGP M. A. Saleem issued the statewide order to curb noise pollution and reduce erratic driving triggered by unnecessary siren use.
  • All VIP convoy communication will shift to encrypted wireless systems to prevent route disclosures to unauthorized individuals.
  • Sirens are now exclusively reserved for bona fide emergency units, including ambulances, police patrols and fire tenders.
  • Unit heads across Karnataka have received the directive and are responsible for briefing officers and ensuring immediate enforcement.
  • The policy builds on a 2013 Supreme Court ruling and a 2017 national ban on VIP red beacons to further dismantle VIP privileges.