Overview
- Notices were sent to the state DGP and Chief Secretary under Section 12 of the Protection of Human Rights Act.
- The commission said the allegations, if true, indicate prima facie violations of the right to life and personal safety.
- Authorities must detail steps to curb illicit drug use, monitor peddlers, and prevent entry of minors, with undertakings from permission issuers.
- The Action Taken Report is due within three days, effectively by December 15, ahead of the December 19–21 event in Sewri.
- Protests are ongoing across Mumbai, Navi Mumbai and Palghar, with groups including Nasha Virodhi Sangharsh Abhiyan, Mokala Shwaas Foundation and Hindu Janajagruti Samiti opposing the festival.