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Time of India
16 hours ago
- Time of India
Cops overhaul positioning, increase number of CCTV cameras on Grand Road
1 2 Bhubaneswar: Ahead of Bahuda Yatra and Suna Besha ceremonies in Puri, state police have reworked the positioning of AI-enabled CCTV cameras on the 3km Grand Road between Jagannath and Gundicha temples. The overhaul is part of the revised crowd control plan following the recent stampede outside Gundicha Temple that left three devotees dead, police sources said. "Supplementary artificial intelligence-powered surveillance cameras have been strategically implemented at additional locations, complementing the pre-existing monitoring infrastructure," said additional director general (ADG) Dayal Gangwar, who oversees operations at the integrated command and control centre (ICCC) for Rath Yatra. Sources said new Puri SP Pinak Mishra drafted an additional list of critical locations where camera presence is essential for effective surveillance on crowd density. While at least 70 cameras were already in place on the Grand Road, the number has now been increased to 110. Odisha State Police Housing and Welfare Corporation expeditiously installed the additional surveillance cameras on Wednesday. The corporation also conducted thorough inspections of existing cameras, recommending replacements for substandard units to maintain optimal surveillance capabilities. "Technical clarification regarding the quality of camera footage can only be provided by the designated service provider. We encountered certain operational challenges stemming from adverse weather conditions, compromised internet connectivity and power interruptions. Nevertheless, these impediments were expeditiously addressed," Gangwar told TOI. Responding to concerns regarding alleged poor functioning of the surveillance system, Gangwar said, "Our response mechanism consistently ensured immediate transmission of crowd density notifications to relevant police authorities for appropriate intervention whenever such alerts were generated through our surveillance network." During Tuesday's security assessment in Puri, chief minister Mohan Charan Majhi emphasised the paramount importance of real-time crowd density evaluation and swift operational response. The CM directed DGP Y B Khurania regarding the deployment of additional personnel, particularly those possessing specialised expertise in crowd management and traffic regulation protocols, during Sandhya Darshan (July 4), Bahuda Yatra (July 5), Suna Besha (July 6), and Niladri Bije (July 8) — all of which traditionally draw hundreds of thousands of devotees.
Time of India
05-06-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
Declare public spaces no-plastic zones: Guv
Bokaro: On the occasion of and Ganga Dussehra, governor addressed a large gathering at the Devnad-Damodar Mahotsav-2025, organised by Yugantar Bharati at Telmocho, Bokaro, marking a symbolic moment for reflection on both natural and cultural heritage. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Gangwar said, "As we pursue development, we must maintain a balance with nature." Highlighting Jharkhand's rich natural resources, he emphasised that forests, rivers, and waterfalls here are not just scenic but life-sustaining, and their protection is a shared responsibility. Gangwar referred to the Damodar River not merely as a water body but the lifeline of Jharkhand, supporting industries like Bokaro Steel Plant, Tenughat, and Chandrapura Thermal Power Stations. However, industrial growth came at an environmental cost, leading to significant pollution. Commending the efforts of Yugantar Bharati under the leadership of MLA Saryu Roy, Gangwar acknowledged the positive impact of grassroots activism. Gangwar highlighted that river cleanliness is a collective duty not just of the govt or institution. Gangwar also urged citizens to avoid single-use plastics and adopt eco-friendly alternatives. He proposed declaring all public institutions and campuses as "No Plastic Zones".
New Indian Express
23-05-2025
- New Indian Express
Chardham Yatra sees unprecedented offline registration surge; online slots full for May-June
DEHRADUN: Uttarakhand's revered Char Dham Yatra is witnessing an unprecedented surge in offline registrations, with over 27,000 pilgrims registering in a single day on Thursday. This significant increase comes as online registration slots for May and June have been completely filled, pushing pilgrims towards the offline channels. The state government has made registration mandatory for the Char Dham Yatra. The cumulative figure for both online and offline registrations has now surpassed 3.2 million. The Tourism Department initiated online registrations on March 20, leading to the current unavailability of slots for the peak months of May and June. To facilitate pilgrims, offline registration counters were opened on April 28 in key locations including Haridwar, Rishikesh, Herbertpur, and Naya Gaon Vikas Nagar. May 22 marked the first time over 27,000 offline registrations were recorded in a single day. Meanwhile, Friday witnessed the highest single-day pilgrim footfall of this Yatra season, with a remarkable 67,172 devotees visiting the four shrines. This figure represents the highest daily number since the commencement of this year's Char Dham Yatra. Yogendra Gangwar, Joint Director and Nodal Officer of the Uttarakhand Tourism Department, told TNIE, "As of Friday, a total of 3,214,250 pilgrims have registered for the Yatra through various means. Out of these, 1,287,836 devotees have already completed their darshan." Gangwar further stated that the number of offline registrations is expected to increase in the coming days. He assured that adequate arrangements have been made to ensure that no pilgrim faces any difficulty during the registration process. So far, over 1.2 million pilgrims have successfully visited the Char Dhams against the total registrations.
