GURGAON: Around 2,200 police personnel will be deployed across Gurgaon on Tuesday to manage security during Dussehra celebrations, with arrangements in place at 66 Ravan Dahan sites and along the routes of 17 religious processions.The police have drawn up a comprehensive security plan, including anti-riot personnel, quick response teams (QRTs), ambulances, fire tenders and traffic management measures, to handle large crowds and respond to emergencies.“Of the 66 Ravan Dahan venues, 12 have been identified as major sites and 54 as smaller venues. The East zone has 16 sites, the West zone 23, the South zone seven and the Manesar zone 20. Additional personnel will be deployed at major venues based on the expected footfall.” police spokesperson Sandeep Turan said.Security arrangements have also been made for 17 religious processions, including three in the East zone, nine in the West zone, two in the South zone and three in the Manesar zone. Station house officers (SHOs) and other officers have been directed to ensure adequate deployment along the routes and coordinate with organisers.“At each of the 12 major Ravan Dahan sites, one fire tender, an ambulance and a duty magistrate will be stationed. Two fire tenders and two ambulances will remain on standby in each police zone. Two duty magistrates will also be deployed alongside the deputy commissioners of police (DCPs) in each zone to oversee arrangements at smaller venues.” Turan added.The police have also placed an anti-riot company on standby at the West police commissioner’s office and arranged one QRT for each zone.Crime staff, police riders and emergency response vehicles will be deployed at identified locations to ensure a swift response to any untoward incident.Traffic police have drawn up a separate duty roster to regulate vehicular movement and prevent congestion near event venues.ACP Traffic East will supervise arrangements in the East and South zones, while ACP Traffic West will oversee the West and Manesar zones. Special attention will be given to parking and traffic movement along highways.CCTV surveillance, public address systems and security checks will also be part of the arrangements. Police have asked organisers and the public to follow designated entry and exit routes, park only in authorised areas and avoid spreading rumours.“We urge citizens to inform the police immediately about suspicious objects or activities and not touch unattended items.” it further said.Police said the arrangements were aimed at ensuring that celebrations pass off peacefully and safely.
