Republic Day Security at New Delhi: Delhi is fully prepared on the occasion of Republic Day. Tableaux of many states are going to be released. Many important programs will also be organised. When the tricolor will be hoisted at the Red Fort in Delhi, about 14 thousand security personnel will be deployed to guard the duty path. Their focus will be on maintaining security during the parade on the duty path. Sharing its information, Delhi Police has said that this year around 77,000 people are likely to come on the duty path to watch the parade. In such a situation, security arrangements have also been strengthened.
Around 14,000 security personnel will be deployed in the duty line.
Tight security arrangements have been made around Delhi for Republic Day. Also, security, traffic and district units are working closely with central agencies for the celebrations on January 26. Information is coming out that about 14,000 security personnel will be deployed in the main area of the duty path. Besides, commandos, quick reaction teams, PCR vans, morchas, anti-demolition detection and SWAT teams will be deployed on the line of duty and at important places in Delhi. Delhi Police is said to be ready with professional readiness to thwart any emergency.
Use of best technology in cameras
On the question of the number of CCTV cameras, the police said that the exact number of cameras cannot be shared, but the best technology has been used in the cameras and they and the personnel will keep an eye on every corner of the venue. He said that Delhi Police has also made preparations to deal with aerial threats. Police have ensured that there is peace in “sensitive” areas of Delhi after the consecration ceremony at Ayodhya’s Ram temple on Monday. He said that peace is being maintained in the border areas with the help of mutual cooperation between different states.
New Delhi was divided into 28 zones
Special Commissioner of Police (Law and Order, Zone 2) Madhup Tiwari said at least 77,000 people are expected to attend the parade. Madhup Tiwari said, “To ensure security, we have divided New Delhi district into 28 zones. Each zone will be headed by a DCP (Deputy Commissioner of Police) or additional DCP level officer.” The parade will start from New Delhi district. He said missing persons booths, helpdesks, first aid kiosks and convenience booths have been set up where visitors can deposit the keys of their vehicles before proceeding to the parade venue.
Request to people to reach the venue on time
Madhup Tiwari also requested people to reach the venue on time and cooperate with the security personnel during thorough investigation. On the question of checking of shoes at the entry gate, Tiwari said that there will be a “dress search”. Tiwari said that the forces are on high alert and keeping an eye on crowded areas and border areas of Delhi. Special Commissioner of Police (Traffic) HGS Dhaliwal said that the borders of Delhi will be sealed from 10 pm on January 25 and the entry of heavy vehicles will be restricted.