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Tight Security Arrangements in Place for Dev Deepawali Festival in Varanasi

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With lakhs of devotees and tourists set to converge on the holy city of Kashi to witness the Ganga Aarti and the divine spectacle of the ghats during the Dev Deepawali festival, the police have made extensive security arrangements to ensure a smooth and secure celebration. Additional Deputy Commissioner of Police (Kashi) Saravanan T has confirmed that over 2,500 police personnel will be deployed for special security arrangements on November 5. The police have also set up 14 sectors along the Ganga River, with special divers and the National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) on standby.

Key Takeaways:

  • Over 2,500 police personnel will be deployed for special security arrangements on November 5.
  • The Ganga River will be divided into 14 sectors, with special divers and the National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) monitoring the area.
  • 21 anti-Romeo teams and a Quick Response Team (QRT) will be deployed at the ghats.
  • Security personnel will monitor crowded areas from 28 watch towers.
  • Technical teams will monitor crowded areas using drones, surveillance, and AI (Artificial Intelligence).
  • Female police personnel will be present at key ghats, including Assi, Dashashwamedh, Raj Ghat, Namo, Ravidas, Rajendra Prasad, and Sheetla Ghat.
  • Eight ghats connecting to direct routes have been identified, where additional police personnel will be deployed.
  • More than 2,000 CCTV cameras will monitor the entire city.
  • Flying drones of any kind without permission is strictly prohibited.

Statistics:

  • 2,500 police personnel will be deployed for special security arrangements on November 5.
  • 14 sectors will be set up along the Ganga River.
  • 21 anti-Romeo teams will be deployed at the ghats.
  • 28 watch towers will be used to monitor crowded areas.
  • 8 ghats will have additional police personnel deployed.
  • 2,000 CCTV cameras will monitor the entire city.

Sources:

  • Saravanan T, Additional Deputy Commissioner of Police (Kashi), as quoted in "Tight security arrangements made in Varanasi for Dev Deepawali festival" by HT Digital Content Services, published by United News of India.

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