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Time of India
2 days ago
- Politics
- Time of India
Independence Day preparations and security arrangements reviewed in bhopal
BHOPAL: The 78th anniversary of India's Independence will be celebrated with great enthusiasm across the country. In Madhya Pradesh's capital, Bhopal, the main Independence Day function will be held on August 15 at Lal Parade Ground, with Chief Minister Mohan Yadav as the chief guest. On Wednesday, the full-dress parade and final rehearsal for the celebrations were conducted at Lal Parade Ground in the presence of Director General of Police (DGP) Kailash Makwana. DGP and Senior Officials Reviewed Arrangements: DGP Kailash Makwana, Additional DGP Chanchal Shekhar, Bhopal Police Commissioner Harinarayanchari Mishra, Deputy Commissioner Kiran Gupta, and other senior officials reviewed the arrangements for the Independence Day ceremony. During the final rehearsal, Assistant Sub-Inspector Hira Lal Yadav from the 23rd Battalion played the role of the chief guest, hoisted the flag, saluted the parade, inspected the contingents, and read out the ceremonial message before the parade concluded. 18 Contingents Including Police Band Will Participate in the Rehearsal: The rehearsal parade was led by ACP, IPS Officer Aditya Patle, with ACP Divya Jhariya serving as the deputy parade commander. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like People Aged 50-85 With No Life Insurance Could Get This Reassured Get Quote Undo A total of 18 contingents, including the police band, took part. Participants included contingents from Gujarat Police, Sashastra Seema Bal, Women's Special Armed Force, combined district and railway police, Special Armed Force (Northern Zone), Hawk Force, STF, district police, Jail Department (women), Special Armed Force (Southern Zone), Government Railway Police, Home Guard, NCC Senior Division/Air Wing/Naval Wing (boys), NCC Senior Wing/Air Wing/Naval Wing (girls), Guides (girls), Scouts (boys), Shaurya Dal, police band, and mounted police. Medal Presentation Rehearsal: Following the ceremonial message, 65 officers and personnel who will receive the President's Medal practised receiving the honour from the chief guest. Finally, the parade commander and platoon commanders from all participating contingents practised formally introducing themselves to the chief guest. Security, traffic, parking, and crowd movement arrangements in and around the stadium were also thoroughly inspected during the rehearsal. Senior officers from the Police Headquarters, district administration, and Bhopal Police were present on the occasion. Box - Security Arrangements Hiked for Independence Day Celebrations: DCP (Security and Intelligence) Sonakshi Saxena said that a force of around 800-1000 cops will be deployed at the Lal Parade Ground for security arrangements. Layers of security arrangements will be made. Around 500 cops will remain deployed in the inner layer at the programme venue in sector-wise security. There will be fixed pickets, high-rise security measures, and patrolling parties deployed in the outer layers. The venue security arrangements will be done at the Lal Parade Ground in coordination with the SAF Battalion. CCTV cameras and cameras fitted on the police vehicles will be used to monitor security arrangements. Apart from that, drone cameras will be deployed to monitor the security. She said that checking points have been set up across the city at the police station level. Apart from that, special monitoring and checking are being conducted at sensitive and important spots such as the airport, railway stations, bus stand, major govt buildings, and other spots. Hotels and lodges are being checked. Stay updated with the latest local news from your city on Times of India (TOI). Check upcoming bank holidays , public holidays , and current gold rates and silver prices in your area. "Get the latest news updates on Times of India, including reviews of the movie Coolie and War 2 ."
Time of India
2 days ago
- Business
- Time of India
CM to inaugurate Dial-112 service today
Bhopal: CM Mohan Yadav will inaugurate Madhya Pradesh Police's new emergency service Dial-112 on Thursday. Director general of police Kailash Makwana will also be present at the event. Additional director general of police (radio/telecommunication) Sanjeev Shami said Dial-112 will be an integrated, smart and multi-agency emergency response service, carrying forward the legacy of Dial-100. Considering the growing needs and the requirement for multi-agency coordination, the Dial-112 service is being launched. Now, all major services, including Police (100), health/ambulance (108), fire (101), women's helpline (1090), cybercrime (1930), railway assistance (139), highway accident response (1099), natural disaster (1079), and women & child helplines (181, 1098), will be accessible through a single number, 112. CM To Meet Apparel Cos Yadav will hold a roundtable conference with over 15 leading apparel and textile brand representatives from India and abroad on investment opportunities at Samatva Bhavan on Thursday. The meeting will feature a detailed presentation on the state's advanced industrial infrastructure, including PM Mitra Park, skilled workforce, and strategic location. Yadav will outline the state's vision for the sector, including the textile policy, investment opportunities and the 'Made in MP – Wear across the World' initiative. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like A Teaspoon Before Bed Burns Body Fat - Fit Into Your Clothes Again! gofitlifeguide Click Here Undo He said that this event will foster direct dialogue between local producers and global brands, boosting exports, creating new employment opportunities and accelerating the state's economic growth. Tiranga Rallies Sweep State 'Har Ghar Tiranga' campaign is being held across the state with enthusiastic participation from citizens from all sections of the society. CM Mohan Yadav is attending programmes under the campaign at various locations. Under the nationwide 'Har Ghar Tiranga – Har Ghar Swachhata' Abhiyan, local bodies, schools and other institutions are also organising special activities. Stay updated with the latest local news from your city on Times of India (TOI). Check upcoming bank holidays , public holidays , and current gold rates and silver prices in your area.
India Today
05-08-2025
- India Today
How MP police anti-drugs campaign earned pride of place in world record books
A Madhya Pradesh police drive against substance abuse and addiction has notched unprecedented success and a place in the World Book of Records. State director general of police Kailash Makwana will be in the British parliament on September 13 for a special felicitation ceremony for the London-based World Book of Records recognised the anti-addiction drive 'Nashe Se Doori Hai Zaroori', organised from July 15 to July 30, for its scale of engagement with people and impact. The campaign directly reached an estimated 2.3 million people besides millions through social media World Book of Records has already organised a felicitation event at the Madhya Pradesh police headquarters in Bhopal, where the certificate was presented to Makwana. Top police officials, such as K.P. Venkateshwara Rao, additional director general (narcotics), were 'Nashe Se Doori Hai Zaroori' programme was conceptualised by the Madhya Pradesh police and run through all field units, including the 1,700-odd police stations across 57 districts of the state. The police also roped in influencers for anti-addiction messaging to the people. The Indore police commissionerate was the most proactive, organising massive human chains and oath-taking activity during the fortnight. The campaign, also involving the education, social welfare and health departments, was focused on narcotics. MP is one of the few states allowing licenced cultivation of opium in the western districts of Mandsaur, Neemuch, Ratlam and Shajapur. The opium is used by the pharma there have been reports of illegal opium cultivation as well. Of late, incidents have emerged of the manufacturing and supply of party drugs such as MDMA (3, 4-methylenedioxy-methamphetamine), popularly known as ecstasy. Last October, Gujarat sleuths busted a factory producing MDMA in an industrial area on the outskirts of Bhopal. And just last week, MDMA was found on one of the three men arrested in the arrest of the suspect and his family members coincided with the anti-addiction campaign. The administration deployed bulldozers to dismantle properties owned by the business to National Crime Records Bureau (NCRB) data for 2022, Madhya Pradesh, with 4,811 cases, ranked seventh in the country for cases registered under the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (NDPS) Act. The total NDPS cases in India in 2022 were 111, to India Today Magazine- EndsTune InMust Watch
Time of India
15-07-2025
- Health
- Time of India
MP Police launches campaign against drugs
Bhopal: In a determined effort to make Madhya Pradesh drug-free, MP Police launched a large-scale public awareness campaign titled "Nashe Se Doori Hai Zaroori" (Distance from Drugs is Necessary). Tired of too many ads? go ad free now The campaign began on Tuesday and will continue across the state until July 30. Director General of Police (DGP) Kailash Makwana, sharing this information, said that the primary goal of the campaign is to protect the youth of Madhya Pradesh from falling into drug addiction. The DGP emphasised the destructive nature of drugs, stating: "The word drugs immediately brings to mind disturbing images — frail bodies, intoxicated eyes, clouds of smoke, and darkness. Addiction to narcotics is hollowing out the lives of many youth and devastating their families." He further said that top political leadership at both the national and state level is deeply concerned about this issue and is actively working towards solutions. "It is our moral responsibility to educate people, especially adolescents and young ones, about the harmful effects of substance abuse and keep them away from drugs," he said. The initiative is being spearheaded by the Narcotics Wing of the State Police Headquarters. Additional Director General of Police (Narcotics), KP Venkateshwara Rao, elaborated that the campaign is focused on raising awareness about the harmful effects of drug use, particularly among teenagers and young adults. It also aims to provide guidance, counselling, and rehabilitation support to those already affected by addiction. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Various govt departments, NGOs, religious leaders, social workers, public representatives, and village and urban security committees will actively participate in the campaign. With their support, the message will be spread to every section of society, emphasising that drug abuse not only affects individuals but also has a deep impact on the community as a whole. The campaign will be conducted through schools, colleges, public places, and digital platforms to ensure widespread public engagement and awareness.
Hans India
15-07-2025
- Health
- Hans India
MP Police launch statewide anti-drug campaign with slogan 'Nashe Se Doori, Hai Jaroori'
Bhopal: In a step to curb rising menace of drug abuse ruining lives of youths in Madhya Pradesh, State Director General of Police (DGP) Kailash Makwana launched a campaign 'Nashe Se Doori, Hai Jaroori' on Tuesday. The campaign began with DGP Makwana unveiling a poster and message from Chief Minister Mohan Yadav, emphasising the state government's commitment to make the people drug-free. The large-scale campaign launched at police headquarters in Bhopal will continue till July 30. The campaign, which is aimed at creating awareness among the citizens, will involve each police station across Madhya Pradesh. "Drug addiction kills our youths and destroy families. With this campaign, the police along with several other institutions and NGOs, will create an awareness and convince people to stay away from drug and alcohol," Makwana said while addressing the press. Makwana told that several departments of the state governments, including school education, health, rural development and sports and youth welfare, etc, will be organising awareness programmes. The Narcotics wing of the Madhya Pradesh Police will lead the campaign. The large-scale campaign will involve programmes highlighting drug prevention, counselling, and rehabilitation, aiming to tackle the issue of substance abuse through a community-oriented approach, the DGP said. Additional Director General (Narcotics) K.P. Venkateshwar Rao, who was accompanied to Makwana during the press briefing, said that the campaign specifically targets adolescents and youth, educating them on the harmful effects of drug use. "This campaign is not just about deterrence -- it's about compassion and support," Rao said, adding that, "We want to create awareness while offering real help to those who need it." The campaign is expected to witness active participation from multiple sectors, including government agencies, NGOs, religious leaders, social workers, elected representatives, and both village and urban safety committees. Their collective efforts aim to spread the message of drug prevention across all the sections of society. Awareness activities will be held at schools, colleges, public places, and online platforms. Through educational programs and community engagement, the campaign aims to empower individuals -- especially the youth -- with the knowledge and resilience to say no to drugs.
