4 days ago
9,100 police personnel to be deployed for Independence Day security arrangements in Chennai
The Greater Chennai Police (GCP) will implement five-tier security arrangements around Fort St. George, where Independence Day celebrations will held on Friday.
Chief Minister M.K. Stalin will hoist the national flag on the ramparts of Fort St. George. The police and other line departments conducted a rehearsal on Wednesday. A total 9,100 police personnel will be deployed for bandobust duties at the venue and its surrounding areas.
The police said security had been enhanced with the deployment of additional manpower at the airport, railway stations, bus terminuses, bus stops, shopping complexes, beaches, and places of worship. Apart from this, surprise checks are being conducted at lodges and hotels across the city. The staff of these establishments have been advised to inform authorities of any suspicious persons staying at these places, a senior police officer said.
Patrolling has been intensified in the city limits. Thorough vehicle inspections are being carried out at important junctions. Officers of the Security Chennai Police have been coordinating with the Bomb Detection and Disposal Squad and the Coastal Security Group to conduct anti-sabotage checks at important locations.
Flying drones and other unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) is prohibited for two days. Action will be taken against those found violating the ban, the city police said.
