New Delhi: Amidst the celebration of Dussehra across the country, security arrangements have been tightened in the capital Delhi. Prime Minister Narendra Modi will attend the Dussehra celebrations organised at the Utsav Ground in IP Extension, East Delhi on Tuesday, October 20. Ravana Dahan programme is being organised here by Shri Ramlila Samiti Indraprastha. In view of the possibility of about 10 thousand people attending the Prime Minister’s visit and function, about 2,500 personnel of Delhi Police and Central Security Forces will be deployed. Apart from this, traffic diversion can also be implemented on many major roads of East Delhi during evening hours.
At what time will PM Modi reach Dussehra celebrations?
According to the information, Prime Minister Narendra Modi is likely to reach the venue located at IP Extension at around 6:30 pm. A large number of people are expected to attend the Ravana Dahan ceremony. In view of this, security agencies have made special arrangements at the venue and surrounding areas. Entry into the event will be granted only to people holding valid passes issued by the organisers. All people will be searched at the entry gates. Luggage will also be checked so that any suspicious item can be prevented from being taken inside the venue.
How many security personnel will handle the responsibility of security?
Keeping in mind the security of the Prime Minister, a multi-layered security cordon has been prepared at the venue. According to reports, around 2,500 personnel of Delhi Police and Central Armed Forces will handle security and traffic arrangements. Commandos of SWAT team of Special Cell of Delhi Police will also be deployed. The responsibility of the innermost layer of security of the Prime Minister will be with the Special Protection Group (SPG). After this, special security personnel of Delhi Police and local police will monitor the outer circle.
Anti-sabotage checks have also been conducted at the venue. Nearby tall buildings and the possible route of the Prime Minister’s convoy will be monitored. Tactical teams will be deployed on rooftops as per need. Apart from this, metal detectors, baggage scanners, sniffer dogs, ambulances and quick response teams will also be part of the system. Information about surveillance through drones in the area has also come to light.
What time is the possibility of traffic diversion?
Evening traffic may be affected in East Delhi due to Dussehra celebrations. According to Delhi Traffic Police, traffic diversions can be implemented as per need between 5 pm to 8 pm on Tuesday.
Traffic pressure is expected to increase on these major roads:
- NH-24
- Development path
- Road No. 57
- Road No. 57A
- Road No. 56
Police have advised drivers to plan their route before travelling and leave with extra time. People have been asked to use designated parking spaces. Action can be taken against those doing illegal parking on the roadside.
What are the security arrangements at other Ramlila grounds in Delhi?
The security provision is not limited to IP extensions only. An additional police force is also being deployed in Ramlila and Durga Puja programmes organised in other parts of Delhi.
Security arrangements have been made at 43 Ramlila sites and 16 Durga Puja sites in West Delhi. Central Armed Police Forces personnel and policewomen will help in crowd management. According to police officials, the priority is to conduct the festival peacefully and cause minimal trouble to the common people.
If you are going to pass through East Delhi on the day of Dussehra, then definitely check the traffic updates before leaving home. Due to the Prime Minister’s visit and Ravana Dahan programme, there may be a situation of jam and slow movement of vehicles on many routes in the evening.
