Tight security across state for Muharram
Muharram
, marking a slight increase from last year. The Bihar Police have identified several districts as highly sensitive and implemented enhanced security measures to prevent any communal unrest, additional director general (law and order) Pankaj Darad said on Friday.
Districts under heightened watch include Sitamarhi, Katihar, Purnea, Gopalganj, Sheohar, Banka, Muzaffarpur, Darbhanga, Rohtas, Patna and Madhubani. "Special vigilance measures have been put in place in these areas," said Darad, adding that the administration is leaving nothing to chance.
To ensure strict monitoring, control rooms have been set up in every district and will remain operational throughout the Muharram period.
"The administration has made video recording mandatory for all processions and deployed 1,230 sub-inspectors for immediate response to any potential incidents. Strict regulations have been imposed, including a complete ban on DJ systems and all unauthorised processions," the ADG said.
He added that every procession must proceed under police supervision and only with the requisite permits. The administration is especially alert to common flashpoints of communal tension, including the forced collection of donations, an issue that has historically led to conflict.
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"We urge the public not to share inflammatory or unverified content on social media," Darad said.
He also appealed to citizens to "respect all religious sentiments and maintain peace during the observances." Senior district officials, he added, will be on standby to respond swiftly to any disturbances and ensure law and order is upheld.
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