The Bihar government on Tuesday issued a stern warning against the use of objectionable songs featuring double meanings, obscene content or caste-based references at public gatherings and social functions. Authorities said strict action would be taken against people found playing, performing or promoting such songs if they are deemed to disturb public order, communal harmony or social peace. In a letter to the home department, the secretary of the art and culture department, Pranav Kumar, urged authorities to take stringent action against the playing of obscene and provocative songs at public events and gatherings.