Devanjana Mukherjee, Khabri Media
As the auspicious festival of Chhath Puja approaches, the Delhi Police has taken proactive measures to ensure the safety and smooth conduct of celebrations in the national capital.
Understanding the significance of Chhath Puja for the residents of Delhi, the police force has deployed additional personnel, established control rooms, and set up a dedicated helpline to address any concerns or emergencies during the festivities. To subscribe please click tau.id/2iy6f and access our live channel.
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The festival, which involves rituals performed at riversides and water bodies, necessitates vigilant security measures to prevent any untoward incidents. Delhi Police has identified and stationed personnel at various ghats and immersion points, where devotees traditionally gather to offer prayers to the Sun God.
A special control room has been set up at Anand Vihar and New Delhi railway stations to manage crowd and avoid untoward incidents. Besides that, helpline numbers have also been made public. No one will be allowed to breach law and order, says a senior police officer.
The control rooms serve as nerve centers, enabling efficient coordination among the deployed forces. They act as a hub for monitoring the festivities, responding promptly to any security issues, and ensuring a rapid deployment of resources in case of emergencies.
He further added that additional Railway Protection Force personnel including women, Government Railway Police jawans, and scouts and guides will help manage crowds at different railway stations and guide people reach platforms.
Recognizing the need for a direct line of communication with the public, the Delhi Police has established a dedicated helpline for Chhath Puja. This helpline allows residents to report any suspicious activities, seek assistance, or convey emergencies directly to the police.
Doctors, ambulances and mobile toilets have also been made available at railway stations and bus stands As a large number of people celebrating Chhath Puja will also gather at the banks of the Yamuna River on Friday. Moreover, with a surge in footfall and vehicular movement expected during Chhath Puja, the Delhi Police has devised comprehensive traffic management plans.
Chhath ghats have been set up at several places like the ITO bridge, Kalayanwas, Kondli canal, Mayur Vihar Phase-III, Wazirabad ghat, Ashok Nagar-Hindon cut canal, Bhalswa Jhil, Model Town, Jahangirpuri Jheel, Surya Ghat, Kudesiya Ghat, Sonia Vihar, Geeta Colony, Kalindi Kunj, Mangolpuri, Nagarwan Park and Sagarpur to facilitate the puja.
