- Meeting of police officers held in view of peace and security during festivals
Bhopal: In preparation for the upcoming Ganesh festival, Dol Gyaras, and Milad un-Nabi, Police Commissioner Harinarayanachari Mishra convened a high-level meeting with senior police officials to review security arrangements. The Commissioner’s office was a hub of strategic discussion, attended by all gazetted officers and station heads.
Commissioner Mishra emphasized the mandatory installation of CCTV cameras at all Ganesh idol sites. He stressed the need for enhanced visibility in public areas and constant vigilance over social media to prevent any untoward incidents.
During the meeting, officials discussed a wide range of security measures, including procession routes, immersion sites, and the protection of idol marquees and the public. Mishra gave specific directives to station in-charges, instructing them to maintain continuous night patrols in areas with idol installations and to monitor anti-social elements.
The Commissioner also ordered an increase in enforcement efforts against illegal activities such as liquor and arms smuggling, drug trafficking, gambling, and betting. He further directed officials to take preemptive action against repeat offenders and habitual criminals. Officers were also reminded to immediately report any suspicious activity to the control room and senior authorities.
