The menace of motorcycles fitted with modified silencers continues to rob the peace of residential colonies in Hyderabad, with citizens expressing growing frustration over the deafening noise levels that are disrupting daily life. Despite special drives and enforcement efforts by the Hyderabad Traffic Police, residents claim the problem remains rampant.
In colonies like Tolichowki, Kalapather, and Jangammet-Falaknuma, residents have reported frequent disturbances caused by young bikers using illegally modified silencers that emit high-decibel exhaust noise. These modified bikes, often used for showing off or racing around late at night, are causing severe noise pollution, especially affecting senior citizens, patients, infants, and students.
“Senior citizens and children get irritated and disturbed by the deafening noise. For fun or status symbol, the youngsters are tampering with the silencers but it is turning out to be a punishment for the people,” said Mohd Saleemuddin, an IT professional from Tolichowki.
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To address the issue, traffic police have intensified special drives, booking cases against violators and even bulldozing seized silencers to send a strong message. However, residents argue that enforcement alone is insufficient.
“We appreciate the efforts of the police. But to be frank, it is not solving the problem. In colonies, the thunderous sound wakes up infants from sleep. Imagine the trauma a baby faces due to the sound pollution,” said Parveen Begum, a resident of Kalapather.
“Groups of youngsters speed around the colonies, especially around playgrounds in the residential areas for fun,” added Mohd Kashif, a senior citizen from Falaknuma.
Psychologist Dr. Asma Shaik warned that prolonged exposure to high-decibel sounds can have serious mental and physical health effects. “Constant exposure to loud noise triggers the release of stress hormones, leading to anxiety, irritability, and sleep disruptions. For children, it impairs focus, affecting academic performance and contributing to emotional instability.”
Research also shows that noise levels above 80 decibels, which is typical of these modified bikes, can result in sleep and behavioral disorders, respiratory agitation, racing pulse, hypertension, and even heart issues. Loud noise can cause stress, depression, aggressive behavior, impaired memory, and low concentration, especially in children.
Frustrated residents are urging authorities to take the issue more seriously. Social activist Kareem Ansari from Shaheennagar emphasized the need to involve law and order police patrols to catch violators beyond traffic signals and checkpoints. “Cases should be booked under Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) Act and environmental protection laws. Seizing vehicles and filing cases only under the Motor Vehicles Act will not suffice,” he said.
Under the Motor Vehicles Act, 1988, action can be taken against motorcycles producing noise beyond 80 decibels. However, stricter penalties under environmental and criminal laws may be required to deter repeat offenders.
As citizens continue to suffer the impact of this auditory nuisance, they are calling for a comprehensive crackdown that includes surprise patrols, community policing, and stronger legal deterrents to bring back peace to their neighborhoods.
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