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    "id": 182129,
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    "speaker_name": "Mr. Olago",
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        "legal_name": "John Olago Aluoch",
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    "content": "Mr. Deputy Speaker, Sir, I stand having given due notice to your office of my intention to seek a Ministerial Statement from the Minister of State for Provincial Administration and Internal Security on a matter that touches on the infringement of a section of Kenyans' constitutional rights by the police. Today marks the first day of the Hindu religious festival of lights locally known as Diwali and it is celebrated with enthusiasm by Hindus all over the world. The Hindu Council of Kenya co- ordinates the social, religious and cultural activities during these festivities on behalf of all Hindus in Kenya who reside in most of our urban centres. By use of fireworks during these festivities is an acclamation of their religious faith and has been used in these festivities in Kenya since Independence. Mr. Deputy Speaker, Sir, for the first time in our history, the Provincial Police Officer October 28, 2008 PARLIAMENTARY DEBATES 3035 (PPO) Nairobi, has issued verbal instructions banning the use of fireworks and displays during these celebrations. The order from the PPO has effectively deprived all members of the Hindu community of their constitutional right to worship. Hinduism and its scriptures go back several years and it is a religion that is recognised by our Constitution. Mr. Deputy Speaker, Sir, with your permission, I wish to read very quickly Section 78 of our Constitution."
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