India, Oct. 22 -- Noise levels touched 110.8 decibels during Devi visarjan procession in Mahim on Tuesday night, as firecrackers, loudspeakers and laser lights were allegedly used in violation of Bombay high court restrictions, Awaaz Foundation has alleged. The organisation has written to chief minister Devendra Fadnavis, seeking action against violators and stricter enforcement of the court's orders.

The foundation recorded noise levels ranging from 82 to 110.8 dB(A) across several neighbourhoods, including Mahim, Dadar West, Prabhadevi and Cuffe Parade. It also flagged laser lights directed at traffic and residential buildings.

Mahim recorded the highest readings, between 94.4 and 110.8 dB(A), while Dadar West registered 82 to 102.6 d...