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News18
2 days ago
- Politics
- News18
UP DGP calls for heightened security for I-Day, Janmashtami celebrations
Lucknow, Aug 13 (PTI) Uttar Pradesh DGP Rajiv Krishna on Wednesday issued detailed instructions to maintain high vigilance and ensure effective law and order arrangements across the state in view of Independence Day celebrations on August 15 and the Janmashtami festival the next day. According to an official statement, the DGP has directed district and commissionerate police chiefs to list all the major programmes — including flag marches, Tiranga rallies, and cultural events — and make comprehensive security and traffic arrangements accordingly. Anti-sabotage checks have been mandated at all venues, along with roof-top deployment, strict access control at entry and exit points, and planned traffic diversions. The DGP asked to intensify security at railway and Metro stations, bus terminals, airports, cinema halls, shopping malls, hotels, guest houses, religious sites and other crowded locations. Continuous checking at state and district borders, functional CCTV surveillance and strict briefing of check-post staff have been emphasised. The DGP also instructed close monitoring of microlight aircraft, drones, paragliders and other unmanned aerial objects, prohibiting all unauthorised flights. Local intelligence units and social media cells have been activated to track activities of banned or extremist organisations, with directives for immediate preventive action wherever required. The district police forces have been told to verify tenants in the residential colonies, curb illegal arms and explosives trafficking, and ensure coordination with the civil magistrates, municipal bodies and utility departments for smooth conduct of Janmashtami events. Organisers of temple festivals, processions and fairs are to be engaged in advance meetings to resolve logistical issues, the directive said. All sensitive and communally vulnerable areas will have enhanced police deployment, flag marches and foot patrolling under the supervision of gazetted officers, the statement said. Videography and drone surveillance of processions have been made mandatory, along with the use of bomb disposal squads and sniffer dogs wherever necessary. The instructions also include ensuring women's safety through plainclothes deployment, keeping riot-control equipment ready, and maintaining police/PAC reserves at the district headquarters. Round-the-clock monitoring of social media platforms has also been ordered to counter misinformation or inflammatory content. PTI ABN ARI view comments First Published: August 13, 2025, 22:30 IST Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
Hindustan Times
2 days ago
- Politics
- Hindustan Times
UP DGP calls for heightened security for I-Day, Janmashtami celebrations
Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh DGP Rajiv Krishna on Wednesday issued detailed instructions to maintain high vigilance and ensure effective law and order arrangements across the state in view of Independence Day celebrations on August 15 and the Janmashtami festival the next day. UP DGP calls for heightened security for I-Day, Janmashtami celebrations According to an official statement, the DGP has directed district and commissionerate police chiefs to list all the major programmes including flag marches, Tiranga rallies, and cultural events and make comprehensive security and traffic arrangements accordingly. Anti-sabotage checks have been mandated at all venues, along with roof-top deployment, strict access control at entry and exit points, and planned traffic diversions. The DGP asked to intensify security at railway and Metro stations, bus terminals, airports, cinema halls, shopping malls, hotels, guest houses, religious sites and other crowded locations. Continuous checking at state and district borders, functional CCTV surveillance and strict briefing of check-post staff have been emphasised. The DGP also instructed close monitoring of microlight aircraft, drones, paragliders and other unmanned aerial objects, prohibiting all unauthorised flights. Local intelligence units and social media cells have been activated to track activities of banned or extremist organisations, with directives for immediate preventive action wherever required. The district police forces have been told to verify tenants in the residential colonies, curb illegal arms and explosives trafficking, and ensure coordination with the civil magistrates, municipal bodies and utility departments for smooth conduct of Janmashtami events. Organisers of temple festivals, processions and fairs are to be engaged in advance meetings to resolve logistical issues, the directive said. All sensitive and communally vulnerable areas will have enhanced police deployment, flag marches and foot patrolling under the supervision of gazetted officers, the statement said. Videography and drone surveillance of processions have been made mandatory, along with the use of bomb disposal squads and sniffer dogs wherever necessary. The instructions also include ensuring women's safety through plainclothes deployment, keeping riot-control equipment ready, and maintaining police/PAC reserves at the district headquarters. Round-the-clock monitoring of social media platforms has also been ordered to counter misinformation or inflammatory content. This article was generated from an automated news agency feed without modifications to text.
Hans India
10-07-2025
- Hans India
Uttar Pradesh gears up for Kanwar Yatra amid tight security arrangements
Lucknow: With the Kanwar Yatra set to begin on July 11, preparations have been completed across Uttar Pradesh to ensure that devotees undertaking the annual pilgrimage face no obstacles. The Kanwar Yatra sees millions of devotees of Lord Shiva, known as Kanwariyas, travel to pilgrimage sites such as Haridwar, Gaumukh, Gangotri, and Ajgaibinath Temple in Sultanganj, Bhagalpur, to collect holy water from the Ganga during the sacred month of Shravan, also known as Sawan. To ensure security and smooth facilitation, the Uttar Pradesh Police has deployed the Rapid Action Force (RAF), Quick Response Team (QRT), and Anti-Terror Squad. According to guidelines issued by Director General of Police (DGP) Rajiv Krishna, the deployment includes 587 gazetted officers, 2,040 inspectors, 13,520 sub-inspectors, 39,965 head constables and constables, 1,486 women sub-inspectors, 8,541 women constables and head constables, 50 companies of the Central Police Force and Pradeshik Armed Constabulary (PAC), and 1,424 Home Guards. Round-the-clock patrolling has been initiated with special arrangements made for UP-112 vehicles and personnel. In a unique gesture in Sambhal, residents of Deepa Sarai voluntarily removed illegal encroachments after being advised by local authorities ahead of the Yatra. "Yesterday, DM came here and advised us to remove the illegal encroachments along the Kanwar Yatra route. We have been given two days, and hence we voluntarily removed the illegal construction," a local resident told IANS. Officials appreciated this public cooperation, which is contributing significantly to the smooth organisation of the pilgrimage. In Bareilly, preparations have also been finalised. Speaking to the reporters, DIG Ajay Sahni said, "As you all know, the Shravan month of 2025 is beginning from tomorrow. In view of this, full preparations have been made across all four districts of the Bareilly Range. The entire range has been divided into Super Zones, Zones, Sectors, and Sub-sectors." "Around 6,000 police personnel, including Additional SPs, COs, Inspectors, and officials of all levels, will be deployed. Additionally, 26 platoons of PAC and one company of RAF are being deployed, considering the sensitivity of Bareilly. One flood relief PAC platoon is also being deployed to prevent drowning incidents," he added. The DIG also advised Kanwariyas to carry their ID cards and seek or extend help to fellow pilgrims as needed. In Meerut, preparations have been made along eight designated routes. "All eight routes have been prepared. The electrical connections are also being done. The liquor shops have also been covered, and the food stalls along the route have been registered to avoid any inconvenience to the pilgrims. Food and Safety Department employees have also made arrangements to ensure the religious sanctity of the devotees," said District Magistrate V.K. Singh. SSP Vipin Taara informed that the police force has been deployed across all areas. "1,400 CCTV cameras have also been installed along the yatra route, and these will be monitored 24/7. Drones, equipped with night vision cameras, will also be used for surveillance," he told IANS. A dedicated social media and cybercrime cell has also been activated to counter misinformation and handle complaints during the Yatra. In Sultanpur, preparations are in their final stages. SP Kunwar Anupam Singh told IANS, "To ensure the safe and smooth conduct of the Kanwar Yatra during the month of Shravan, senior officials and local police have held Committee meetings at police stations, and all routes have been thoroughly inspected." Similarly, districts such as Muzaffarnagar, Moradabad, and Kanpur have made comprehensive arrangements to manage the inflow of devotees. Local divers have been stationed along riverbanks and canals after undergoing training, while barricading and warning signs have been installed to prevent accidents. As many as 395 drones have been deployed to assist in monitoring the pilgrimage. The administration has decided to share mobile numbers of all police officers, station in-charges, traffic diversion schemes, and other essential information via barcodes published in newspapers, displayed on hoardings, and circulated on social media to provide timely information to devotees. On the main Kanwar route, 1,845 water service centres, 829 medical camps, and 1,222 police help centres and control rooms have been set up. In line with DGP guidelines, 29,454 CCTV cameras have been installed along the route and at camps after anti-sabotage checks. These will be used for real-time monitoring through drones and surveillance rooms. An eight-member team at the Social Media Centre of the DGP Headquarters will remain on high alert to track and verify social media inputs related to the Yatra. They will take immediate action against those spreading misinformation. Another eight-member team has been constituted to monitor news inputs from electronic media, UP-112, and other channels around the clock. Traffic management has been prioritised with proper lighting, electronic signboards, and route indicators installed at key intersections. Highways with potential congestion points have been marked for traffic diversion. The proposed barricading and diversion schemes are also being rehearsed in advance, and updates will be disseminated through press releases, newspapers, local channels, and social media platforms. Guidelines have been issued to ensure Kanwariyas walk only on the left side of highways and that Bhandaara or camps are set up at least 20 feet from the roadside. Devotees are also being cautioned against overspeeding or reckless driving. Special safety measures have been implemented for women Kanwariyas, and immediate action has been promised in cases of misconduct or indecent behaviour. To maintain food quality and prevent price extortion, hotels and dhabas on the Kanwar route will be inspected in coordination with the Food Department. Additionally, the display of food item rate lists to prevent overcharging will be made mandatory.
NDTV
10-07-2025
- Politics
- NDTV
UP Police Deploys With Drones, Parliamentary Forces For Kanwar Yatra Security
Lucknow: The Uttar Pradesh Police have deployed the Rapid Action Force (RAF), Quick Response Team (QRT), and Anti-Terror Squad to ensure the secure conduct of the Kanwar Yatra, which begins on July 11. According to the guidelines issued by Director General of Police (DGP) Rajiv Krishna, 587 Gazetted Officers, 2040 Inspectors, 13,520 Sub-Inspectors, 39,965 Head Constables and Constables, 1,486 Women Sub-Inspectors, 8,541 Women Head Constables and Constables, 50 Companies of Central Police Force and Pradeshik Armed Constabulary (PAC) and 1,424 Home Guards have been deployed. Arrangements are being made for 24/7 active patrolling. UP-112 personnel have been briefed in this regard, and their vehicles have been arranged. Local divers have been deployed on the banks of rivers and canals after proper briefing and training. Barricading and danger signs are also being put up on the banks of rivers. A total of 395 drones have been set up for the smooth conduct of the Yatra. Instructions have been given to make available the mobile numbers of all police officers and station in-charge, the traffic diversion scheme and other important information to the devotees through barcodes in newspaper advertisements, hoardings and social media. 1,845 water service centres, 829 medical camps, 1,222 police help centres and control rooms have been set up on the main Kanwar route. According to the guidelines by the DGP, the administration has installed 29,454 CCTV cameras on the Kanwar route and in all the camps after an anti-sabotage check. Real-time monitoring will be done using the CCTV camera and drones. An eight-member team has been formed at the Social Media Centre of DGP Headquarters, which will send all the inputs received on social media related to the Kanwar Yatra to the concerned district. The team will debunk fake news and take action against those spreading rumours. Another eight-member team has been formed at the DGP headquarters, which will remain alert 24 hours a day and monitor the inputs received from electronic media, UP-112 and all other sources. An inter-state WhatsApp group has been created to coordinate between officials from UP, Uttarakhand, Haryana and Rajasthan, to exchange real-time information regarding the status of routes, security arrangements and crowd control, the guidelines by the DGP stated. For traffic management, adequate lighting, electronic signboards, and indicator signs have been installed at major intersections and routes. Various highways have been identified for traffic diversion due to congestion on the Kanwar route. According to the DGP, the proposed barricading and route diversion scheme is being rehearsed. Traffic diversion information will be released on time through press releases, various newspapers, local channels and social media. The devotees are being made aware not to run vehicles at a rapid pace, the guidelines said. Instructions have been given to make the Kanwariyas move only on the left side of the highways and to allow the Bhandaara or a camp to operate only on the left side at a distance of 20 feet from the road. According to the guidelines, adequate arrangements have been made for the safety of women kanwariyas. Immediate action will be taken if any information is received regarding indecent behaviour with them by any person or other kanwariya group. Hotels and dhabas on the Kanwar route will be monitored in coordination with the food department to maintain the quality. Also, the rate list of food items will be displayed so that the shopkeepers cannot overcharge.
Time of India
10-07-2025
- Time of India
UP Police deploys RAF, QRT, Anti-Terror Squad for security during Kanwar Yatra
The Uttar Pradesh Police have deployed the Rapid Action Force (RAF), Quick Response Team (QRT), and Anti-Terror Squad to ensure the secure conduct of the Kanwar Yatra, which begins on July 11. According to the guidelines issued by Director General of Police (DGP) Rajiv Krishna, 587 Gazetted Officers, 2040 Inspectors, 13,520 Sub-Inspectors, 39,965 Head Constables and Constables, 1,486 Women Sub-Inspectors, 8,541 Women Head Constables and Constables, 50 Companies of Central Police Force and Pradeshik Armed Constabulary (PAC) and 1,424 Home Guards have been deployed. Arrangements are being made for 24/7 active patrolling. UP-112 personnel have been briefed in this regard, and their vehicles have been arranged. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Free P2,000 GCash eGift UnionBank Credit Card Apply Now Undo Local divers have been deployed on the banks of rivers and canals after proper briefing and training. Barricading and danger signs are also being put up on the banks of rivers. A total of 395 drones have been set up for the smooth conduct of the Yatra. Live Events Instructions have been given to make available the mobile numbers of all police officers and station in-charge, the traffic diversion scheme and other important information to the devotees through barcodes in newspaper advertisements, hoardings and social media. 1,845 water service centres, 829 medical camps, 1,222 police help centres and control rooms have been set up on the main Kanwar route. According to the guidelines by the DGP, the administration has installed 29,454 CCTV cameras on the Kanwar route and in all the camps after an anti-sabotage check. Real-time monitoring will be done using the CCTV camera and drones. An eight-member team has been formed at the Social Media Centre of DGP Headquarters, which will send all the inputs received on social media related to the Kanwar Yatra to the concerned district. The team will debunk fake news and take action against those spreading rumours. Another eight-member team has been formed at the DGP headquarters, which will remain alert 24 hours a day and monitor the inputs received from electronic media, UP-112 and all other sources. An inter-state WhatsApp group has been created to coordinate between officials from UP, Uttarakhand, Haryana and Rajasthan, to exchange real-time information regarding the status of routes, security arrangements and crowd control, the guidelines by the DGP stated. For traffic management, adequate lighting, electronic signboards, and indicator signs have been installed at major intersections and routes. Various highways have been identified for traffic diversion due to congestion on the Kanwar route. According to the DGP, the proposed barricading and route diversion scheme is being rehearsed. Traffic diversion information will be released on time through press releases, various newspapers, local channels and social media. The devotees are being made aware not to run vehicles at a rapid pace, the guidelines said. Instructions have been given to make the Kanwariyas move only on the left side of the highways and to allow the Bhandaara or a camp to operate only on the left side at a distance of 20 feet from the road. According to the guidelines, adequate arrangements have been made for the safety of women kanwariyas. Immediate action will be taken if any information is received regarding indecent behaviour with them by any person or other kanwariya group. Hotels and dhabas on the Kanwar route will be monitored in coordination with the food department to maintain the quality. Also, the rate list of food items will be displayed so that the shopkeepers cannot overcharge.
